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Mbappé believed that Vini Jr, former Flamengo, would win the Golden Ball

Striker was second in the awards, losing to Spaniard Rodrigo, and companion at Real Madrid says that the former mengão was deserving

Mbappé believed that Vini Jr, former Flamengo, would win the Golden Ball after season at Real Madrid - Photo: Reproduction
Mbappé believed that Vini Jr, former Flamengo, would win the Golden Ball after season at Real Madrid - Photo: Reproduction

19 Mar 2025 | 14:17 |

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Striker Kylian Mbappé surprised By admitting that he expected to see Vini Jr , former Flamengo , as the winner of the winner Golden Ball of the last year, instead of the Spaniard Rodrigues, Manchester City. The choice of midfielder generated controversy, to the point that the entourage of the Real Madrid boycotting the ceremony.



In an interview with Le Parisien, Mbappé commented on the awards and the possibility of his PSG companion, Ousmane Dembélé , competing for the award:


“What is a Golden Ball Player ? Jr ., But in the end, it went to Rodrigo. If I had told him three months before he would say ‘But what is the radius you are talking about?’ Today We do not know who will the golden ball, but no one should be excluded. In addition, rumors have recently emerged that Vini Jr face difficulties in the relationship with some Companions of team at Real Madrid. The Brazilian is negotiating a contractual renewal , and is speculated that he wants a higher salary than Mbappé at the Spanish club.


Mbappé talks about Griezmann's exit from the national team

Another theme in the interview was the decision of Antoine Griezmann to move away from the French team. Mbappé guaranteed that has a good relationship with the athletic player of Madrid and commented on the choice of former selection partner:

I speak with him many times with him, I like his son , the Amaro . It is true that we are in rival teams in the same city. I can guarantee that Antoine we have a very good relationship. said Mbappé.

With the presence of Real Madrid striker, France faces Croatia in the quarterfinals of the nations league . The first game takes place on March 20, in Split, while the return match will be at Stade de France in Paris on March 23rd.


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European team interested in Flamengo defender Pablo

With no place in Filipe Luís's squad and out of the plans for the rest of the season, the defender is in the sights of the Russian club bottom of the local league

With no room in Flamengo's squad, defender Pablo has sparked interest from FK Sochi and could return to Russian football this summer - photo: reproduction
With no room in Flamengo's squad, defender Pablo has sparked interest from FK Sochi and could return to Russian football this summer - photo: reproduction

07 Ago 2025 | 12:28 |

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Defender Pablo, currently linked with Flamengo , may be leaving this international transfer window. According to Russian portal RPL Sky, FK Sochi has expressed interest in signing the defender , who already has experience in Russian football and would be open to returning to the country.


Sochi currently sits in 16th place in the Russian Premier League, the bottom of the table, and is seeking reinforcements for its defensive sector, which has conceded nine goals in the first three rounds of the competition. Pablo 's potential arrival is seen as an attempt to restructure the team to escape the relegation zone.


EXPERIENCE IN RUSSIA


Pablo, who previously played for Lokomotiv Moscow before returning to Brazilian football, would be open to a new stint in Russia. However, the defender wants significant financial compensation to leave the Mais Querido club before his contract expires in December.

Currently out of coach Filipe Luís's plans, the defender hasn't played since the Campeonato Carioca. In 2024, he was loaned to Botafogo, but returned to the club with no prospects of being included in the main squad.


PABLO WINS FOUR TITLES

Signed in 2022, Pablo has played a key role in Flamengo 's squad. During this time, he won two Campeonato Carioca titles (2024 and 2025), a Copa do Brasil (2022), and a Libertadores (2022). Despite not playing frequently, he has been a key player in the team that has won multiple titles in recent years.



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Now it's on! Former Flamengo player Vini Jr. is back in the running for the 2025 Ballon d'Or.

A product of Mengão and the best in the world according to FIFA, the Real Madrid striker is among the nominees for the France Football award.

Vini Jr, a Flamengo talent and Real Madrid standout, is once again nominated for the Ballon d'Or - photo: reproduction
Vini Jr, a Flamengo talent and Real Madrid standout, is once again nominated for the Ballon d'Or - photo: reproduction

07 Ago 2025 | 12:15 |

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French magazine France Football released this Thursday (7) the official list of nominees for the 2025 Ballon d'Or award. Among the main names is striker Vini Jr, revealed by Flamengo and currently one of the main stars of Real Madrid. The winner will be announced on September 22 , in a ceremony held at the Théâtre du Châtelet, in Paris.


The award, no longer linked to FIFA , has once again fueled debate over who was the best player of the European season. Last year, Vini Jr. was considered one of the favorites, but he ultimately lost the trophy to Manchester City's Spanish midfielder Rodri.


VINI JR'S SEASON


Although Real Madrid didn't win any major trophies last season, Vini Jr.'s individual performance was once again outstanding. The Merengue's number 7 broke his personal record for appearances in a single season: 58 matches, scoring 22 goals and providing 16 assists.

Besides Vini Jr, only Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé represented the Spanish club in the Ballon d'Or list , reinforcing the perception of a year below expectations for the squad led by Carlo Ancelotti.


LIST OF NOMINEES FOR THE BALLOON D'OR

Paris Saint-Germain, winners of the last edition of the Champions League, was the club with the most players among the nominees: nine in total. Among the names mentioned are Dembélé, Donnarumma, Hakimi, and Vitinha . On the other hand, only two Brazilians are among the contenders for the award: Vini Jr., of Real Madrid, and Raphinha, of Barcelona.


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Former Flamengo goalkeeper shines by saving 3 penalties and qualifying the team for the Copa do Brasil

On loan from Fortaleza, the experienced goalkeeper saves three shots and guarantees Athetico-PR's place after a defeat in normal time against São Paulo.

With three penalty saves, former Flamengo player Santos secured Athletico-PR's place in the Copa do Brasil -photo: reproduction
With three penalty saves, former Flamengo player Santos secured Athletico-PR's place in the Copa do Brasil -photo: reproduction

07 Ago 2025 | 12:01 |

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Athletico-PR secured a place in the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil after beating São Paulo on penalties on Wednesday night (06) at Arena da Baixada. Despite the 1-0 defeat in regular time, CAP qualified by winning on penalties thanks to the decisive performance of goalkeeper Santos, ex-Flamengo , who saved three shots.


In the first leg, played at Morumbi Stadium, the Paraná team had secured a 2-1 victory. With the aggregate score tied, the tie went to penalties. The 35-year-old goalkeeper shone in the penalty shootout, placing Athletico among the top eight in the competition. The club also secured a R$4.7 million prize from the CBF. The opponent in the next round will be determined by a draw.


SANTOS'S TRAJECTORY AT FLAMENGO


Santos arrived at Flamengo in April 2022 from Athletico-PR . Initially a reserve, he became a starter under Dorival Júnior and was a key player in the Copa do Brasil and Libertadores victories that year.

In 2023, he started as a starter under Vítor Pereira, but faced criticism after failing to stop Palmeiras' Mayke in the Brazilian Super Cup. With the arrival of coach Jorge Sampaoli, he lost his place. The Argentine preferred to use Matheus Cunha and, later, Rossi, who finished the season as the goalkeeper. The decline in performance resulted in the goalkeeper's departure from the first team.


SANTOS HAS A CONTRACT WITH FORTALEZA

Currently on loan from Fortaleza, Santos has a contract with the Ceará club until December 2026. Earlier this year, he was loaned to Athletico until the end of 2025, with a renewal clause scheduled for the following season.


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