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Conmebol sets dates and times for Flamengo vs Racing in the Copa Libertadores
27 Set 2025 | 10:22
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27 Set 2025 | 15:00 |
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Maracanã management began a process of decompression of the pitch this week, at Flamengo's request. The process aims to prepare the field for the intense series of matches in this final stretch of the season.
The decompression makes the turf softer and more even, improving the quality of play and ball circulation. This measure was a direct request from the club and was promptly met by the stadium . With the CBF's calendar change, Maracanã will host more games in shorter periods of time.
Flamengo's Filipe Luís on the Maracanã pitch: "It's an eternal fight"
Earlier this year, the Maracanã pitch was criticized for being considered "hard." Coach Filipe Luís , in an interview after the Fla-Flu Carioca match, even called for investments to solve the problem , a long-standing complaint among clubs:
"The pitch? It's an eternal battle, but we have to think about the players, make an effort, and if it costs more, we have to make the investment . If we have to change the pitch, we have to make a big investment," the coach said at the time.
In early September, during the Flamengo vs. Grêmio Brasileirão match, the stadium debuted a new synthetic turf pitch installed behind the goals . The area is used for players to warm up before matches, or for substitutes to be used by coaches.
According to an official statement from Maracanã, the modernization offers more safety and quality , as the lawn has advanced technology and the FIFA QualityPro seal, guaranteeing better conditions for athletes during pre-game.
The striker's name was speculated at Mengão for the Club World Cup and Spurs already know how much they would accept to negotiate the Brazilian
27 Set 2025 | 14:00 |
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Tottenham striker Richarlison has once again been speculated about as a potential Flamengo signing. According to journalist Ekrem Konur, in addition to Flamengo, Crystal Palace has also expressed interest in signing him, increasing competition for the player. The English club has set a price between €20 and €25 million (approximately R$156 million) for the player .
Since the end of 2024, Richarlison's name has been linked to Flamengo . In December of last year, ESPN reported that the club offered €20 million (approximately R$130 million), a proposal rejected by Tottenham, which demanded almost double.
More recently, reports emerged that the club was monitoring the striker's situation with a view to a possible transfer in the July transfer window , but the deal fell through. The idea was to have the striker as a big name during the Club World Cup.
Besides Flamengo , Fluminense also expressed interest in Richarlison, but were stymied by the English club's high asking price. It's worth noting that the player previously played for Tricolor das Laranjeiras and is a staunch Vasco da Gama fan. Despite this, the possibility of a deal with the "Mais Querido" (Most Beloved) continues to be speculated upon every transfer window.
While Richarlison still seems like a distant dream, Flamengo is focusing its efforts on the Brasileirão, where it faces Corinthians this Sunday (28) at 8:30 pm (Brasília time) in the 25th round of the competition. Leader with 51 points, Mais Querido needs the victory to avoid losing first place in the table in the round.
The striker could be on his way to returning to Brazilian football and says that Mengão was one of the clubs that approached him to have him as a reinforcement.
27 Set 2025 | 13:00 |
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Attacking midfielder Tetê, currently with Panathinaikos (GRE), confirmed that he was on Flamengo's radar during the last transfer window. In an interview with Cartoloucos, the player revealed that he also received inquiries from Botafogo, Fluminense, and Cruzeiro, but opted to remain in Europe.
Tetê, ex-Grêmio, reveals clubs that approached him: "So far in this window, Flamengo, Botafogo, Fluminense, Cruzeiro"
"I do want to return to Brazil. So far in this window, Flamengo , Botafogo, Fluminense, Cruzeiro... I want to experience that there, I haven't played professionally in Brazil yet. I definitely want to experience it, but I'm very happy here in Europe too ," said Tetê.
At 25, Tetê has built practically his entire career in European football. Discovered by Grêmio while still in the youth ranks, he played for Shakhtar Donetsk , Lyon, Leicester, and Galatasaray before signing with Panathinaikos in mid-2024. For the Greek club, he has already made 59 appearances, scored 11 goals, and scored six assists.
Journalist Venê Casagrande confirmed that Flamengo considered signing Tetê in 2024. The name was considered because Luiz Araújo was not in good form , according to Filipe Luís and his coaching staff. However, Luiz's progress led the club to backtrack and abandon the move.
With Michael's possible departure in 2026, Tetê's name could soon be back on Flamengo's radar. The number 30 hasn't been getting opportunities under coach Filipe Luís and is one of the main names being discussed when leaving the Mais Querido squad.
Midfielder announced his retirement from football, said he had returned to Mengão, but says his relationship with Alvinegro is different
27 Set 2025 | 12:00 |
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A recent Corinthians idol and Gávea native, Renato Augusto recalled his time at Flamengo and revealed his bitterness toward the club that launched him. The former midfielder, who played in the stands at Maracanã until the semifinals of the 2006 Copa do Brasil, was promoted to the first team in the final against Vasco and helped the Red-Blacks win the title . Still, he says his strongest emotional connection today is with the São Paulo club.
Renato Augusto responds about Flamengo vs Corinthians: "where my eye shines, where I get goosebumps, emotional, today is Corinthians"
"I have affection and gratitude for Flamengo , but my story, the one that makes my eyes shine, that gives me goosebumps, that moves me, today is Corinthians. For everything I've experienced, for all the affection the fans have for me ," Renato told GE.
Traded to Bayer Leverkusen (GER) in 2008 , Renato always dreamed of returning to Flamengo . According to him, however, despite his attempts, the doors never opened. The former player said he even gave his word to then-director Kléber Leite that he would prioritize the club, but the board chose another path.
"For a long time, I was hurt. I tried to return several times, and the club then sold externally, which I didn't want . That hurt me a bit. It's part of the game. At election time, I spoke with Zinho, and everything was going well, but they lost," the midfielder began.
They thought it wasn't the right time: "The player is too expensive, we don't want him." I did my part. And the following week, they signed another player in my position, for the same amount, with the same contract . Then they said I didn't want to go. How can they say that about me? To the fans, it seemed like I didn't want to come back," he recounted. Thus, Renato ended up signing with Corinthians , a club that was enjoying a period of stability and had won important titles.
At 37, Renato Augusto announced his retirement this year, after another series of injuries while playing for Fluminense . With Flamengo, he won the 2006 Copa do Brasil and the 2007 and 2008 Carioca Championships, both over Botafogo.
Renato Augusto will be able to accompany his two former teams this Sunday (28), when Flamengo visits Corinthians at Neo Química Arena at 8:30 pm (Brasília time) , for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship. Mengão is the leader of the competition with 51 points, while the black and white team is in 10th place, with 29.
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