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Matías Viña can't play for Flamengo? We found out

Even with the full-back recovered from injury, coach Filipe Luís remains cautious and improvises Varela on the left in Mengão's defeat

Filipe Luís justifies Varela's improvisation and the preservation of Matías Viña after the defeat; Flamengo faces Fluminense on Sunday - photo: reproduction
Filipe Luís justifies Varela's improvisation and the preservation of Matías Viña after the defeat; Flamengo faces Fluminense on Sunday - photo: reproduction

17 Jul 2025 | 13:56 |

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On the night of last Wednesday (17), Flamengo suffered a setback away from home when they were beaten by Santos, in a match valid for the Brazilian Championship. Without counting on the full-backs Alex Sandro and Ayrton Lucas , both recovering in the medical department, coach Filipe Luís opted to field Uruguayan Guillermo Varela, a right-back, improvised on the left side.


The decision surprised some fans, as Matías Viña was available on the bench. According to reports, the defender has recovered from his injury and is in full physical condition. However, the coaching staff has taken a cautious approach by avoiding using him in higher-intensity matches at this time.


MATÍAS VIÑA IS RELEASED


The internal justification is that the upcoming, more "calm" games will serve as an opportunity to gradually reintroduce the player to the field, without the risk of aggravation. Even so, choosing Varela as a substitute has remained a recurring strategy for Filipe Luís in recent weeks.

In a press conference after the game against São Paulo, the coach commented on the athlete's situation: " Viña also came back from a very serious injury and I believe he is not yet at the level of his teammates to be able to compete in a game like he was. I'm trying to give him the minutes when I can, for example, he came on in a game against Fortaleza, he also came on in a game in the World Cup," said Filipe.


FOCUS ON THE CLASSIC AGAINST FLUMINENSE

With the negative result against Peixe, Flamengo seeks to find its way back to winning ways this Sunday (20), when it faces Fluminense at Maracanã, at 7:30 pm, for the 15th round of the Brasileirão. The team remains at the top of the table and, even with the absences and improvisations, aims to remain in the fight for the national title.


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What time is Flamengo's game against Mirassol today? Find out everything you need to know

Mengão receives Leão this Saturday (8) for the Brasileirão at Maracanã with the aim of remaining at the top of the competition

Find out what time Flamengo's game is today against Mirassol for the 19th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction/Disclosure
Find out what time Flamengo's game is today against Mirassol for the 19th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction/Disclosure

09 Ago 2025 | 12:30 |

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Flamengo returns to the field this Saturday (09) to face Mirassol, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship . The broadcast will be exclusive to Premiere, via pay-per-view. Mengão wants the victory to remain at the top of the Championship.


Coach Filipe Luís will have some important news. Midfielder Jorge Carrascal , the latest signing in the transfer window, has already had his name published in the CBF's Daily Information Bulletin (BID) and will be included in the squad, with a good chance of making his debut with the Sacred Mantle.


In addition, Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo return after being rested against Atlético-MG in the Copa do Brasil due to physical activity management. Michael, who has recovered from ankle pain, may also be available.


FLAMENGO'S SHORTAGES

Rubro-Negro will be without Jorginho, suspended for his third yellow card. Danilo and De La Cruz are still undergoing treatment for injuries and should only return against Internacional , next Wednesday (13), for the Libertadores. Erick Pulgar, who underwent foot surgery, remains out.


MIRASSOL MOMENT

Mirassol is enjoying a strong run in the Brasileirão and is heading into this match with a bang. Without suspended coach Rafael Guanaes, the team will be led by assistant coach Ivan Baitello. The news is the return of captain and top scorer Reinaldo , who served a suspension in the last round.



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Mengão hosts Leão this Saturday (9) aiming to remain at the top of the competition and the match will only have one broadcast channel

Flamengo x Mirassol for the Brasileirão will not be broadcast by Rede Globo - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo/Globo
Flamengo x Mirassol for the Brasileirão will not be broadcast by Rede Globo - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo/Globo

09 Ago 2025 | 11:30 |

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Flamengo takes to the field this Saturday (09) to face Mirassol, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship. The match will be broadcast exclusively on Premiere, on pay-per-view, and will not be shown on TV Globo .


HOW FLAMENGO ARRIVES


Coach Filipe Luís will be backed by Carrascal , who recently registered with the CBF's BID and is already in the squad for the match . The Colombian is expected to gain playing time throughout the match. Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo, who were rested midweek to manage their fitness levels, also return and are available.


EMBARRASSMENTS

Jorginho is serving an automatic suspension after receiving his third yellow card . Danilo (right thigh injury), De La Cruz (left knee problem) and Erick Pulgar (recovering from foot surgery) remain out.


SITUATION IN THE BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Flamengo arrives at the last round of the first half with a chance of winning the symbolic title . To do so, they need to beat Mirassol and hope that Cruzeiro doesn't defeat Santos by a large score on Sunday (10), at Mineirão.

PROBABLE LINEUPS

FLAMENGO: Rossi; Royal, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Evertton Araújo and Arrascaeta; Luiz Araújo (Plata), Pedro (Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.

MIRASSOL: Walter; Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes and Reinaldo; Neto Moura, Danielzinho and Gabriel; Negueba, Edson Carioca and Chico da Costa.


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Check out Mirassol's likely lineup to face Flamengo

Mengão receives Leão this Saturday (9) for the Brasileirão at Maracanã and the São Paulo team should have only one change in relation to the last match

Reinaldo returns to Mirassol's starting lineup against Flamengo this Saturday (9) - Photo: JP Pinheiro/Agência Mirassol
Reinaldo returns to Mirassol's starting lineup against Flamengo this Saturday (9) - Photo: JP Pinheiro/Agência Mirassol

09 Ago 2025 | 10:45 |

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Mirassol will make just one change to the starting lineup to face Flamengo this Saturday (09), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship. Leão defends a three-month unbeaten run in the match, while Mengão seeks to remain in the lead.


After serving a suspension in the victory over Vasco, left-back Reinaldo returns to the team, taking Felipe Jonatan's place . Leão's top scorer in the Brasileirão, the number 6 has seven goals in the competition and is the team's official penalty taker.


PROBABLE LINEUP


Mirassol's likely lineup is : Walter; Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes and Reinaldo; Neto Moura, Danielzinho and Gabriel; Negueba, Edson Carioca and Chico da Costa.

IMPORTANT DEFAULT IN THE BANK


The main absence will be coach Rafael Guanaes , suspended for a third yellow card . Without the manager, assistant Ivan Baitello will be on the sidelines for the club's debut at Maracanã. Guanaes' team hasn't been defeated since May 5th, when they lost to Red Bull Bragantino.

In the medical department, defender Da Silva is out, although he didn't play for the team in 2024—his last appearance was for the B team last season. On the other hand, defender Luiz Otávio, a regular starter in 2024, left the medical department but hasn't yet played this year due to successive injuries.

Leão is in 5th place in the Brasileirão, with 28 points, and is looking to score points to remain in the G6. If they beat Flamengo this Saturday and Bahia stumbles against Fluminense, Mirassol will finish the round in the G4 , those who qualify directly for the group stage of the Libertadores.



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