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MARACANÃ SHOULD IMPROVE THE LAWN

After several criticisms, the stadium administration believes it is possible to make changes with fewer games taking place.

Maracana / Photo: TripAdvisor
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The Maracanã administration has expressed its willingness to make improvements to the stadium's lawn. With a busy schedule of games in the first half of the year, the field is currently in a complex situation that has received a lot of criticism. Since Flamengo and Fluminense are now going into a more “quiet” phase, they believe it is possible to “reform” the synthetic grass.

The Maracanã lawn could be improved. This information was advanced by 'Coluna do Fla' after an interview with the stadium administration. According to those responsible, the plan is to renovate the synthetic lawn, as it will not be used as much in the coming months. The schedule of games for both teams that use the space, Flamengo and Fluminense, will decrease in the second half of the year.

Flu has already been eliminated from the Copa do Brasil and will not need to alternate games with Fla in this next phase. And in the Libertadores, both teams may meet in the quarterfinals, which will eliminate one of the two and, consequently, will reduce the number of games in the 'Maraca'.


This factor of the number of games , can be used as an excuse to justify the situation the pitch is in at the moment. In the first half of the year, the Carioca Championship, the Recopa Sul-Americana, the Copa do Brasil, the Brasileirão and the Libertadores marked their presence in the clubs' agendas. In addition, Vasco also obtained, in court, the right to send some matches at the stadium.


In the last month, the Maracanã lawn has received several criticisms. Flamengo's board of directors - namely Marcos Braz, deputy director of Football at the club - had already made statements about it and even revealed the club's intentions to invest in its own stadium so as not to have the problems it once had.

For the time being, the FIFA Date break week should help with the stadium situation. In the middle of this week, Mengão and the tricolor did not play and the administration hopes that the grass will be recovered for the remainder of July.



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In an interview given after the defeat of Flamengoto Peñarol, 1-0, coach Tite was direct in responding to the boos received by the fans. The statement, marked by a frank tone, exposed the coach's pragmatic vision in relation to demanding fans and the pressure for results. “I respect the fans’ feelings. Of course I feel that (the boos), I'm human”, said Tite, recognizing the fans' frustration in the face of the setback.

Tite's speech reveals that he understands the role of fans as a fundamental part in the context of a club, especially in a team of great expression like Flamengo. By mentioning that the boos affect him as a human being, the coach demonstrates empathy, but does not fail to highlight that the only way to reverse this situation is with achievements on the field. “It can only be reversed in one way”, pointed out the coach.

THE MISTAKE THAT COSTED EXTREMELY DEARLY 

The response reflects the experience of Titein dealing with pressure who follows the command of great teams in Brazilian football. With successful spells at clubs such as Corinthians, Grêmio and the Brazilian national team itself, the coach has a track record that puts him in a position to understand, perhaps like few others, the relationship between performance on the field and fans' expectations. For him, this connection is clear: “Do you know how to win fans? Do you know how I won over the fans of the other clubs I played for? Win an important title”, he declared.

The phrase highlights the centrality of titles in football, especially in mass clubs like Flamengo. In Brazil, the culture of results is intense, and Tite recognizes that fans have a limited tolerance for negative results. Winning titles, for him, is the key to gaining the support of the fans, and anything other than that results in discontent: “If not, bye.”

This last part of Tite's speech summarizes the characteristic impatience of demanding fans like Flamengo. The coach makes it clear that, without obtaining relevant trophies, the relationship with the fans deteriorates quickly. The pressure is constant and is part of the daily life of those who take on the leadership of top teams. Tite seems, however, to be aware of this scenario and how it needs to be faced.



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Tite's statement came after a delicate moment for Flamengo. The defeat to Peñarol, at home, in a group stage match of the Copa Libertadores, raised alarm bells for fans and the coaching staff. Flamengo had high expectations for the season, especially after major reinforcements and the arrival of Tite, a coach with wide recognition on the national and international scene.

The pressure on Flamengo is nothing new. The club, which has one of the biggest fans in the world, is known for its high expectations for titles. The expensive squad, made up of renowned players, also increases this demand. Each stumble is widely covered by the media and amplifies the dissatisfaction of part of the fans, who demand immediate results.

CAN IT GO BAD AT THE MOMENT?

The Copa Libertadores, in particular, has a important meaning for Flamengo and its fans. The continental tournament is seen as one of the club's main objectives each season. Any result other than victory can generate dissatisfaction and pressure on the technical committee, as occurred after the setback against Peñarol.

In this context, Tite's speech not only recognizes the fans' dissatisfaction, but also is realistic in relation to what is expected from a club like Flamengo. The demand for titles is part of the package when taking over a club of this size, and the coach seems to be aware of this when he points out that he will only be able to win the support of the fans with significant victories.



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Tite promises Flamengo's effectiveness in the return game against Peñarol

Coach recognizes mistakes in the first leg

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After the 1-0 defeat to Peñarol, in the first game of the Libertadores quarter-finals, coach Tite held a press conference at Maracanã. The team did not perform well and was booed by the fans. Despite the setback, the coach remained confident for the second leg, which will be held in Uruguay.

Regarding the boos coming from the stands, Tite admitted that the fans' dissatisfaction is understandable. "Of course this hurts, especially on the human side. But experience shows that, when you deliver a good production, the fan's reaction is proportional to the love they feel for the club", said the coach, highlighting the emotional bond between the fans and the Most Dear.




FLAMENGO HAS NOT WIN AWAY SINCE 2022

The coach was also asked about the difficulty of Mengão in achieving victories away from home in the Libertadores, since 2022. The last victory away from home came on August 31, 2022, against Vélez Sarsfield, with an impressive 4-0. "We have a great opportunity to break this sequence This is part of the history of football, and I believe we are fully capable of getting there and changing this scenario", replied Tite, showing optimism.



EFFECTIVENESS IS THE FOCUS IN THE RETURN GAME

Tite guaranteed that the team will be more effective in Uruguay, promising a better performance. "Within two or three minutes, we score the goal, and from that point on, we work on the result. In some moments we were hasty, and the opposing goalkeeper also had merit. But I'm confident that we will create half of the opportunities and convert them into goals there. You can charge me later", said the coach, projecting a positive scenario for the second leg.


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