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21 Nov 2024 | 09:08 |
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Flamengodefeated Cuiabá 2-1 last Wednesday (20 ), in a match valid for 34th round of the Brazilian Championship. However, the clash in Mato Grosso had an important absence: Gabigol, who was removed by the red-black board. After the victory, the club's vice-president of football, Marcos Braz, broke the silence and clarified the situation involving the attacker.
“We don’t need to externalize or qualify the episode. What I can say is that we have been vice-president of football for six years and have always managed not only Gabriel's situations, but other players' situations as well. We always used the same metrics. When we thought the club should take a stand, we arrived and always did it in a punctual manner. I informed Filipe Luís. Of course we always have a good conversation, I have an excellent relationship with him. But, to make it clear, Filipe Luís was notified”, said the director, before completing:
“What does < the href="https://www.flamengo.com.br/" target="_blank">Flamengo did nothing to do with what he said. Now, I'll make it clear, what happened inside the locker room will stay in the locker room, but I witnessed one or two events. We understood that there would need to be an adjustment, and this was done with Gabriel leaving the games against Atlético-MG and Cuiabá”, explained Braz, in an interview with GE.
Gabigol was left out of Flamengo's last two games, against Atlético-MG and Cuiabá. Despite this, Marcos Braz confirmed that the number 99 will return to the squad in the clash against Fortaleza, in the next round.
“He will returnnormally from the next game, against Fortaleza, and he will fulfill his contract until the end as he has done until now with great tranquility, and so will Flamengo”, concluded Marcos Braz.
End of an era at Flamengo
After winning the Copa do Brasil, Gabigol announced that he would leavethe Flamengo at the end of his contract, in December this year. The striker's fate may already be defined: Cruzeiro would have an agreement with Mengão's number 99, despite Santos's interest in signing him.
< p style="border: 1px solid rgb(197, 0, 24);">Flamengo's president, Rodolfo Landim, even considered the possibility of trying to renew with Gabigol, responding to the fans' requests. However, the striker maintained his decision and declared that he will not accept new proposals from the club, even if they include long-term contracts. Gabigol highlighted that his objective is to honor the agreement signed with Cruzeiro.
Next steps
With Gabigol's return confirmed for the next match, Flamengo now focuses its attention on the clash against Fortaleza. The duel will be held on Tuesday (26), at 8 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Castelão, for the 35th round of the Brasileirão.
Teams finish training this Tuesday before the decisive clash at Maracanã, valid for the round of 16 of the Libertadores
13 Ago 2025 | 13:40 |
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Internacional, led by Roger Machado, already has a defined base for the duel this Wednesday (13), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, against Flamengo. The probable Colorado lineup includes: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Tabata, Alan Patrick and Wesley; Ricardo Mathias.
In the Brazilian Championship victory over Red Bull Bragantino, Alan Benítez and Clayton Sampaio started, but they should start on the bench this time around. The defense should consist of Aguirre and Vitão, gaining more consistency in that area.
Flamengo's likely formation is based on the one used last Saturday (09), against Mirassol, in the Brasileirão: Rossi; Royal (or Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan (or Evertton Araújo) and Jorginho; Luiz Araújo, Plata, Pedro (or Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.
The main news is Jorginho's return to the starting lineup after serving a suspension in the Brasileirão victory over Mirassol. Arrascaeta, on the other hand, will be a significant absence, missing precisely the decisive stage of the continental tournament.
After Wednesday's clash, Rubro-Negro and Colorado will face each other again on August 20th , at the same time, in Porto Alegre, at the Beira-Rio stadium. Between Libertadores matches, the teams will play on Sunday, for the Brasileirão, also on Rio Grande do Sul soil.
Mais Querido faces a Colorado team in the round of 16 of the international competition with three confirmed absences and De La Cruz as a doubt
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Coach Filipe Luís will have an extra challenge in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores. Against Internacional, this Wednesday (13) , at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, Mengão will enter the field with significant losses that could change the team's tactical pattern.
One of the pillars of the Flamengo midfield, Erick Pulgar, is out of the match due to recovery from surgery on the fifth metatarsal bone in his right foot. He is still on a rehabilitation schedule and has no immediate return date.
In defense, Danilo will be absent, having suffered a hamstring injury in his right thigh . Despite progress in his treatment and already undergoing physical therapy on the field, the defender is not expected to be available until the next Brazilian Championship match.
The midfield also lacks creativity with the absence of Arrascaeta . The Uruguayan is suspended after receiving his third yellow card in the last round of the group stage, against Deportivo Táchira (VEN).
The only doubt on the list is Nico De La Cruz . The number 18 has not played since July 16 due to pain in his left knee , but participated in collective training last Monday (11). Confirmation of his presence should happen after the activity this Tuesday (12). If he is released, he could be a key piece in the offensive creation.
Uruguayan midfielder returns to training with the group and could be a new addition to the team for the first leg against Internacional at Maracanã; Michael could also be in the lineup
13 Ago 2025 | 13:06 |
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After almost a month away from the pitch due to a problem in his left knee, Nico De La Cruz returned to work with the main squad this week. The Uruguayan midfielder's participation in training created an expectation among the fans for this Wednesday's (13) match, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), against Internacional, at Maracanã, for the round of 16 of the Libertadores.
Despite his physical development, the number 18 is still not guaranteed a presence. The decision should be made this Wednesday afternoon (13) , when the coaching staff will announce those involved in the game. If he is released, De La Cruz should be an option on the bench.
Striker Michael is recovered and ready to be selected for the match against Internacional. However, he is seeking other teams to negotiate with and has been cleared by the board and coaching staff to remain on the sidelines while awaiting a transfer.
De La Cruz's potential return comes at a difficult time for the squad, which will already be without Erick Pulgar and Danilo due to injuries. Arrascaeta is also suspended after receiving his third yellow card in the final round of the group stage against Deportivo Táchira (VEN).
The duel between Flamengo and Internacional starts at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), with live broadcast on Rede Globo, on open TV, and on Disney+, via streaming. The return match is scheduled for next Wednesday (20), at Beira-Rio Stadium, in Porto Alegre.
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