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Grassroots Soccer
Flamengo x Fluminense: CBF announces days and times of the clash valid for the quarterfinals of the Under-17 Brasileirão
With the support of the fans and the support of the technical committee, Joan Orellana is determined to make history at Flamengo
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The young Chilean midfielder, Joan Orellana, signed by Flamengo in February this year, is eager to make his debut with the Rubro-Negra shirt. At just 18 years old, Orellana has dedicated himself to training with the club's under-20 squad, seeking to adapt to the new environment and the Brazilian style of play.
Since his arrival at the Rio club, Orellana has stood out in training, showing skill and dedication in tactical and technical work. His signing generated great expectations among Flamengo fans, who are eagerly awaiting to see the young talent in action on the pitch.
FLAMENGO INVESTS IN THE BASEThe coach of the under-20 team of Flamengo Flamengo, in a press conference, highlighted Joan Orellana's potential and her importance to the cast. "Orellana is a young but very talented player. He has dedicated himself to training and has a promising future ahead of him. We are working to prepare him in the best possible way for his debut", said the coach.
Orellana, in turn, has been humble and focused on his development within the club. Speaking to the press, the Chilean midfielder highlighted his gratitude for the opportunity to wear the Flamengo shirt and promised maximum commitment on the field.
"I'm very happy to be here at Flamengo. It's a club with great tradition and I'm learning a lot from my teammates and the coaching staff. I hope I can repay all the trust that the club placed in me on the field, giving my best in each match", declared Orellana.
The Rubro-Negra fans, always passionate. and demanding, eagerly awaits the debut of the young Chilean, who promises to bring even more quality to the under-20 team's midfield. On social media, fans have shown support and confidence in Orellana's potential, expressing their expectation of seeing him in action as soon as possible.
Mais Querido will face the Baixada Fluminense team again next Saturday (14)
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This Saturday morning (7), Flamengo faced Nova Iguaçu and won 2-0, in the first game of the quarter-finals of the Carioca U20. The team led by Filipe Luís opened a good lead for the second leg. The goals of the match were scored by Guilherme and Wallace Yan.
In the qualifying phase, Mais Querido, despite sharing the spotlight with the Brasileirão under-20 and preparing for the World Cup, had a good campaign. Rubro-Negro advanced in second place, with 26 points from 11 games. Winning eight matches, drawing two and losing only once.
Mixing the team between the main team and the reserves during the competition, the team also had alternation between coaches. This is because Rafael Bahia led Rubro-Negro in the Carioca under-20 and Filipe Luís led the team in the Brasileirão and World Cup in the category.
Now, Mais Querido returns to the field next Saturday (14), in the return match of the quarter-finals of the Carioca under-20. By having a 2-0 lead on the scoreboard, Rubro-Negro can lose by up to a goal difference and will advance to the semi-finals. The game will be at 9:30 am, in Gávea.
Player was decisive in the Libertadores title
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Nigerian striker Elija Shola renewed his residence visa, guaranteeing his stay in Brazil for another five years. The renewal of the permission was requested by Flamengo to the Federal Government. Furthermore, the player signed a new contract with the club, which is now valid until the end of 2027.
Although Shola has not yet debuted for Flamengo's professional team, he was listed for the classic against Flamengo. Botafogo, which ended with a 4-1 defeat at the Nilton Santos stadium. The striker was one of the highlights of Flamengo's under-20 team, which won the Libertadores and Intercontinental in the category.
Last month, Flamengo reached an agreement with Remo Stars, Shola's former club , purchasing 70% of the athlete's economic rights for 450 thousand dollars. The 19-year-old Nigerian has been on loan at Flamengo since April 2023. His last residence visa was valid for six months and expired in September 2024.
Shola was first scouted during the Viareggio Cup 2022, traditional grassroots tournament held in the Tuscany region, in Italy. He stood out as one of the main figures of his team, helping them reach the final of the tournament. Following this observation, Flamengo sent a scout to Nigeria to evaluate him again, confirming his signing shortly afterwards.
The promising young midfielder has stood out in the Mais Querido squad
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Midfielder Lorran, young promise of Flamengo, was highlighted in a recent study by the CIES Football Observatory as one of the best young midfielders in South America. The statistical analysis carried out by the entity placed the player in sixth place in the ranking, which reinforces his growing relevance in the continent's football scene.
This recognition is significant, especially considering Lorran's recent history, which has been standing out both at the club and in international competitions. The CIES Football Observatory, known for its detailed and insightful evaluations, based its ranking on a series of metrics that assess players' technical and tactical performance. These criteria include, among other aspects, passing ability, vision of the game, dribbling ability and efficiency in offensive and defensive actions.
Lorran, who stood out in the youth categories of Flamengo, has shown consistent evolution. His performance on the field demonstrates a maturity that goes beyond his years, which sets him apart from other athletes of his generation. Placement in the CIES ranking not only recognizes your individual talent, but also signals your potential for future call-ups and participation in more important competitions.
In addition, the study highlights the importance of Lorran in the context of Flamengo, which has historically revealed great football talents worldwide. Lorran's presence among the best young midfielders in South America highlights the continuity of this grassroots work and the club's ability to develop players who become references in their positions.
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