Soccer

In Filipe Luís' debut, Flamengo beats Corinthians and takes advantage in the semi-final of the Copa do Brasil

Alex Sandro scores a beautiful goal and the red and black team goes into the second match with an advantage

Alex Sandro scored his first goal with a Flamengo shirt. Photo: André Durão

02 Out 2024 | 23:43 |

Flamengo entered the field in the semi-final of the Copa do Brasil. Due to the latest results and events, in addition to the price of tickets, the fans did not show up as expected to see the debut of now coach Filipe Luís. The new coach's mission was to make the team beat Corinthians and open up an advantage for the second departure, in São Paulo. In this sense, the Gávea team presented better football than they had been showing and beat the black and white team from São Paulo by 1x0. With that, it already takes the draw to NEO Química Arena.

SUMMARY

The partial advantage in The score for Flamengo is a reflection of the first half at Maracanã. Rubro-Negro pressed, bothered Corinthians' ball flow and was superior in the offensive field. The count could even have been higher, but good chances from Arrascaeta and Gabigol were stopped by important saves from Hugo Souza. The goal, scored by Alex Sandro, was clever enough to overcome the goalkeeper's movement.

In the second half, it hinted that Corinthians would try to balance the game. However, the panorama of the second half was repeated: Flamengo with possession of the ball and attacking the São Paulo team. Hugo Souza made at least two more good saves and was lucky when Gabigol leaked his goal, but VAR canceled it, in the 26th minute. After the disallowed goal, Corinthians had some opportunities, but only one with danger. However, Léo Pereira took it off the line, avoiding the draw. Filipe Luís changed the team, but the score was still 1x0, even with the good red and black match.

NOW WHAT?

With the result, the red and black team will play the second match, at the NEO Qúmica Arena, with the advantage of being able to draw to guarantee their place in the final. In case of defeat by a goal difference, the dispute for the place will be decided on penalties. However, before the second duel for the Copa do Brasil, the red-and-black team led by Filipe Luís has the Brazilian Championship ahead. In this sense, Fla has Bahia, at Arena Fonte Nova, next Saturday, at 7pm.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

In Filipe Luís' debut, Flamengo beats Corinthians and takes advantage in the semi-final of the Copa do Brasil