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The Flamengo, one of the biggest clubs in Brazilian football, is experiencing a moment of turbulence. The recent defeat to Peñarol, in the middle of Maracanã, by 1-0, during the first game of the quarter-finals of the Copa Libertadores, increased even more pressure on coach Tite, who had already been the target of criticism due to his poor performance. expected from the team throughout the season. With club elections scheduled for the end of the year and Tite's contract approaching the end, the coach's renewal is considered unlikely. In this scenario, Luís Castro emerges as one of the main candidates to take over Flamengo's technical command, according to details released behind the scenes.

The match against Peñarol, held last Thursday (19), was a reflection of the difficulties faced by Flamengo this season. The team performed poorly on the field, with few clear chances to score and unable to impose their game against an opponent who knew how to defend themselves well. The substitutions made by Tite throughout the match did not bring the expected impact, and Flamengo ended up being defeated at home, frustrating their fans.

The fans' dissatisfaction was evident during the game, with boos directed at the team at several moments. This behavior was not well received by everyone in the squad, especially goalkeeper Rossi. In an interview after the game, the athlete vented, stating that, during the match, the support of the fans is essential, and that booing only increases the pressure on the players at a crucial moment.

With the defeat for Peñarol, the pressure on Tite increased significantly. Since his arrival at Flamengo, the coach has been facing difficulties implementing his playing style and obtaining consistent results. The team fluctuated in important competitions and was unable to maintain the level of performance expected by a club of Flamengo's size and tradition.

The pressure on Tite in Flamengo has increased significantly, and his future at the helm of the team seems to be numbered. According to recent information, the coach is unlikely to remain at the club for the 2025 season, regardless of which ticket wins Flamengo's presidential elections at the end of this year. Many fans believe that this departure should occur even before the end of the current contract, highlighting the deterioration that the relationship between the coach and the fans has reached.

Since taking over Flamengo, Tite has faced extremely high expectations. The coach arrived at the Rio club with the mission of restructuring the team and bringing significant results, but the reality has been different. Despite his winning record with the Brazilian national team and other clubs, Flamengo's performance under his command fell below expectations. This has generated growing discontent among fans, who have expressed their frustrations on social media and in protests.

THE CLUB HAS A HAMMER DOWN

The last straw for many fans was the irregular campaign in the competitions in which Flamengo has participated. Eliminations in important tournaments and inconsistent performance in the Brazilian Championship only increased the pressure on the coach. With the club's elections approaching and the prospect of new management, the departure of Tite increasingly seems like a matter of time. However, many believe that this decision should be made immediately, before the team loses even more ground in the competitions.

With Tite's future uncertain, speculation is beginning to emerge about who could replace him at the helm. from Flamengo. Several names have been floated, both national and foreign coaches. Among Brazilians, Fernando Diniz, current coach of the Brazilian team, has already shown interest in taking command of Flamengo. His attacking style of play and his ability to work with star squads make him an interesting option for the club.