Flamengo, even so, remains the King of Rio.
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On Saturday, the 4th, Fluminense wrote a memorable page in its history by beating Boca Juniors in the Libertadores final, at the iconic Maracanã stadium. The game was exciting, full of twists and turns that kept fans on the edge of their seats. It was Cano, with his goal in the first half, who opened the scoring for Fluminense, starting a match that would remain in the memory of everyone present.
Boca Juniors, however, did not let themselves be discouraged and he responded with Advíncula, who reduced Fluminense's advantage, balancing the confrontation even more. The final minutes of regulation time were filled with tension and anticipation, with both teams desperately searching for a goal that would take them to glory. The history of this epic final would only be written in extra time, when John Kennedy became Fluminense's hero, scoring the goal that gave the tricolor team the title. The stadium exploded with joy, and the fans celebrated the unprecedented achievement with passion.
However, even with Fluminense's victory in the Libertadores, Flamengo continues to be the King of Rio. This is due to the fact that that the Tricolor das Laranjeiras won its first Eternal Glory trophy, while Flamengo already boasts three Libertadores cups in its gallery of titles. Rubro-Negro is part of a select group of Brazilian teams that have the privilege of calling themselves three-time Libertadores champions.
The first time that Flamengo became Libertadores champions was in 1981. Cobreloa, from Chile was Mengão's opponent in this epic journey towards the title. The final was so intense and exciting that it took a series of three games to decide the winner. In the first match, at the legendary Maracanã, Zico, one of the greatest idols in the club's history, scored two goals, contributing to Flamengo's 2-1 victory.
In the second match, held in Santiago, in the Chile, the Chileans won 1-0, forcing a third clash. This third duel took place on a neutral ground, in Montevideo, Uruguay, and it was there that Zico shone once again, scoring the two winning goals for Flamengo, guaranteeing the 1981 Libertadores title. Flamengo had to wait almost four decades to raise the Libertadores cup again. This magical moment happened in 2019, when Flamengo won its second championship in epic fashion. In the unique final against River Plate, Gabigol became the hero of the red and black fans. Flamengo was losing until the final minutes of the decision, but Gabigol, known as the "Predestinado", scored the equalizer in the 89th minute. Three minutes later, he scored the turning goal, guaranteeing the second Libertadores cup for Flamengo.
Three years after that memorable triumph, America was once again dyed red and black. In the decision against Athletico, Gabigol's star shone again. The striker scored the only goal of the game at the end of the first half, sealing the victory and the third Libertadores title for Flamengo. With this achievement, Flamengo solidified its position as three-time Libertadores champions, an honor shared by only a select group of Brazilian teams. The club joins Palmeiras, Santos, Grêmio and São Paulo as one of the few to win Glória Eterna so many times on Brazilian soil. Thus, Brazilian football continues to be marked by great moments, historic achievements and exciting rivalries, making the sport a passion that unites the country. Flamengo, with its tradition in the Libertadores, remains one of the protagonists of this rich and exciting narrative.
The club has a different point of view from the coach
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In an interview given after the defeat of Flamengoto Peñarol, 1-0, coach Tite was direct in responding to the boos received by the fans. The statement, marked by a frank tone, exposed the coach's pragmatic vision in relation to demanding fans and the pressure for results. “I respect the fans’ feelings. Of course I feel that (the boos), I'm human”, said Tite, recognizing the fans' frustration in the face of the setback.
Tite's speech reveals that he understands the role of fans as a fundamental part in the context of a club, especially in a team of great expression like Flamengo. By mentioning that the boos affect him as a human being, the coach demonstrates empathy, but does not fail to highlight that the only way to reverse this situation is with achievements on the field. “It can only be reversed in one way”, pointed out the coach.
THE MISTAKE THAT COSTED EXTREMELY DEARLYThe response reflects the experience of Titein dealing with pressure who follows the command of great teams in Brazilian football. With successful spells at clubs such as Corinthians, Grêmio and the Brazilian national team itself, the coach has a track record that puts him in a position to understand, perhaps like few others, the relationship between performance on the field and fans' expectations. For him, this connection is clear: “Do you know how to win fans? Do you know how I won over the fans of the other clubs I played for? Win an important title”, he declared.
The phrase highlights the centrality of titles in football, especially in mass clubs like Flamengo. In Brazil, the culture of results is intense, and Tite recognizes that fans have a limited tolerance for negative results. Winning titles, for him, is the key to gaining the support of the fans, and anything other than that results in discontent: “If not, bye.”
This last part of Tite's speech summarizes the characteristic impatience of demanding fans like Flamengo. The coach makes it clear that, without obtaining relevant trophies, the relationship with the fans deteriorates quickly. The pressure is constant and is part of the daily life of those who take on the leadership of top teams. Tite seems, however, to be aware of this scenario and how it needs to be faced.
The club has its greatest moment of inconstancy
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Tite's statement came after a delicate moment for Flamengo. The defeat to Peñarol, at home, in a group stage match of the Copa Libertadores, raised alarm bells for fans and the coaching staff. Flamengo had high expectations for the season, especially after major reinforcements and the arrival of Tite, a coach with wide recognition on the national and international scene.
The pressure on Flamengo is nothing new. The club, which has one of the biggest fans in the world, is known for its high expectations for titles. The expensive squad, made up of renowned players, also increases this demand. Each stumble is widely covered by the media and amplifies the dissatisfaction of part of the fans, who demand immediate results.
CAN IT GO BAD AT THE MOMENT?The Copa Libertadores, in particular, has a important meaning for Flamengo and its fans. The continental tournament is seen as one of the club's main objectives each season. Any result other than victory can generate dissatisfaction and pressure on the technical committee, as occurred after the setback against Peñarol.
In this context, Tite's speech not only recognizes the fans' dissatisfaction, but also is realistic in relation to what is expected from a club like Flamengo. The demand for titles is part of the package when taking over a club of this size, and the coach seems to be aware of this when he points out that he will only be able to win the support of the fans with significant victories.
Mais Querido will pay the stipulated amount
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The Flamengo was fined by Conmebol due to incidents with his fans during the match against Bolívar, held on August 15, at Maracanã, in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. The 2-0 victory guaranteed a good result for the club, but inappropriate behavior from the fans, such as the use of flares and other pyrotechnic objects, resulted in financial sanctions for the Rio team.
The club was punished based on in article 12.2 c) of the Conmebol Disciplinary Code, which prohibits the use of flares, fireworks or any type of pyrotechnics in stadiums. Furthermore, Flamengo was included in article 27, which provides for more severe penalties for clubs that repeat infractions of this nature. This is not the first incident of its kind involving Flamengo fans, which contributed to the decision to impose a significant fine.
The value The total fine was set at US$20,000 (equivalent to R$110,400). Furthermore, Conmebol ordered Flamengo to pay an additional US$13,300 (around R$73,600) to cover expenses related to hospitality space during the game, a responsibility that, according to article 4.2.13 of the Libertadores Club Manual, is from the home club.
These infractions are considered serious, especially in international tournaments such as the Libertadores, where Conmebol adopts a strict stance to guarantee security and order in the stadiums. The recurrence of Flamengo in this This type of behavior can be seen as an aggravating factor in the decision of judge Amarílis Belisario, vice-president of the Conmebol Disciplinary Commission.
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