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It's not easy, but it works! Flamengo needs to break 7 taboos to qualify against Peñarol
The Uruguayans broke some taboos at Maracanã; now the red-black is looking for change
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More superstitious fans often say that, when a taboo lasts for a long time, it is because it is close to being broken. In this Thursday's duel (26), between Peñarol (URU) x Flamengo, seven brands are in favor of the Uruguayan team. Therefore, Mengão tries to put an end to some 'statistics' to stay alive in the dream of winning the Libertadores.
In the first game, at Maracanã, the 1-0 Peñarol ended Flamengo's run of 28 games without losing at home in the Libertadores. Furthermore, Mengão had won 17 consecutive victories as hosts in the competition. Now, see Rubro-Negro's seven challenges for the quarter-final clash.
See the taboos that Flamengo needs to break:
1 – Flamengo has never beaten Peñarol in the Libertadores
In total, Flamengo and Peñarol face each other five times in the history of the Libertadores. The record is largely favorable to the Uruguayan team, which won four and drew one. In other words, to qualify for the semi-finals, Mengão needs an unprecedented feat.
2 – Flamengo never scored against Peñarol in the Libertadores
Four The games ended 1-0 for Peñarol, and the draw ended 0-0. In both matches in 1982, the Uruguayans won. In the first phase of 2019, the ‘carboneros’ triumph at Maracanã and a goalless draw at the Campeón del Siglo. As for the most recent clash, an advantage for the visitors in Rio de Janeiro.
3 – Flamengo never qualified after losing the first game at Maracanã in the Libertadores
< On two occasions, Flamengo lost the match at Maracanã in the Libertadores knockout stage. In the 2010 quarterfinals, Mengão beat the University of Chile 3-2. Even with the 2-1 victory in Santiago, Fla ended up being eliminated by the extinct away goal criterion. In 2018, Cruzeiro, then led by Arrascaeta, scored 2-0 in the round of 16. In Mineirão, Rubro-Negro won, however, only 1-0.
4 – Peñarol has not lost at home in the Libertadores since 2017
At the Campeón del Siglo Stadium, Peñarol doesn't know what it's like to lose Libertadores games for 17 matches. In this cut-off, there were 15 wins and two draws. The Uruguayan team's last defeat was against a Brazilian, Palmeiras, 3-2, in a game that ended in a fight in the first phase of 2017.
5 – Flamengo hasn't won in Uruguayan territory since 1995
Uruguay brings good memories for Flamengo, after all, the country is the stage for the club's first Libertadores title, in 1981. However, in the last 29 years, the memories are negative . Mengão hasn't won in the country since 1995, when they beat Nacional (URU), 1-0, in the extinct Supercup of Champions of the Libertadores.
Since then, there have been eight games with seven defeats and one draw. In the cut, there are friendly tournaments, Libertadores and Copa Mercosul. The only joy happened precisely in the 0-0 of 2019, when Flamengo qualified and eliminated Peñarol in the first phase of the Libertadores.
6 – Flamengo hasn't won away from home in the Libertadores since 2022< /b>
Not counting the Libertadores 2022 final, which took place on a neutral ground, Flamengo has not won away from home in the competition since the semi-final that year, when they scored 4-0 at Velez Sarsfield (ARG) . Subsequently, there were five defeats and three draws.
7 – Without Pedro, Flamengo has not won by two goals since Cariocão
To qualify in the In normal time, Flamengo needs to win by two goals. However, without top scorer Pedro, who is injured, Rubro-Negro does not find the net frequently in matches. The last triumph came in January, when Mengão scored 2-0 at Sampaio Corrêa, in Carioca. The number 9 shirt was spared by Tite, on the occasion.
Peñarol x Flamengo
Flamengo will look to break the taboos from 7pm (time Brasília), at the Campeón del Siglo Stadium, in Uruguay.
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São Paulo has a major absence for the game against Flamengo
Even though he has recovered from his knee injury, Lucas Moura will not face Mais Querido this Saturday (13th round of the Brasileirão) as he is still following a physical schedule.
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São Paulo will have an important absence in the match against Flamengo this Saturday (13), at Maracanã, at 4:30 pm. Although he was expected to return to the team , Lucas Moura will remain out of action. According to the club, the attacking midfielder is still under physical preparation care, despite being clinically recovered from a knee injury.
Lucas Moura hasn't played an official match since May 6th . Although his knee problem has been overcome, the medical department and coaching staff understand that he still needs more time to regain physical conditioning before returning to action. Therefore, his return to action for the São Paulo team will remain postponed.
FIVE OTHER ATHLETES ARE OUT OF THE GAME
In addition to the absence of the number 7, São Paulo will be without Lucas Ferreira (with hip pain), Luciano, Luiz Gustavo, and Calleri, all ruled out by the medical department. The match will also mark Hernán Crespo's return to the team , precisely against the league leaders, in the return of the competition after the Club World Cup.
The São Paulo team's likely starting lineup features significant changes. Crespo is expected to field Rafael; Arboleda, Alan Franco, and Sabino (or Ferraresi); Cédric, Alisson, Bobadilla, Marcos Antônio, and Enzo Díaz; Oscar (or Juan Dinenno), and André Silva. Among the confirmed returns to the squad are Marcos Antônio, Ferreirinha, and Oscar, who have been sidelined since early June.
MATCH BETWEEN SÃO PAULO AND FLAMENGO
The match between São Paulo and Flamengo will be held at Maracanã Stadium at 4:30 p.m. this Saturday, part of the 13th round of the Brasileirão. For the Rio de Janeiro club, the match represents a chance to maintain its lead in the standings. Broadcasts will be available on free-to-air channels and streaming platforms.
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Cruzeiro president opens up about Gabigol, ex-Flamengo: "He was a..."
Even without a guaranteed presence in the starting 11, Gabriel has been praised by the board for his commitment and commercial impact.
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Signed with star status, Gabigol is still seeking regular starting positions at Cruzeiro. Unlike what he became accustomed to during his years as a star player at Flamengo, the striker is currently in a transitional phase. Even though he's not a regular in the starting eleven, he's been touted as an important player in Leonardo Jardim's project.
Pedro Junio, vice president of the Minas Gerais club, emphasized in an interview with the program Donos da Bola that the number 9 did not disappoint. According to the director, the striker has fulfilled everything agreed upon at the time of his signing, both on the field and in marketing. " He delivers everything we agreed on, both in the sporting and commercial and marketing aspects . Gabriel was a package deal we signed, and he delivers," he noted.
BOARD DEFENDS GABIGOL'S PARTICIPATION
Since arriving at Toca da Raposa, Gabigol has started 11 matches, initially under Fernando Diniz and later under Leonardo Jardim. Following the 1-1 draw with São Paulo on April 13th, in the third round of the Brasileirão , the striker has lost his place in the starting lineup. Even so, management emphasizes that there is no dissatisfaction or bad blood behind the scenes.
" Cruzeiro's advantage is that everyone understands that Cruzeiro is the top priority. Regardless of who's playing or not," explained Pedro Junio, highlighting the positive internal atmosphere at the club and the players' maturity in accepting coaching decisions.
GABIGOL REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO CRUZEIRO
Despite recurring speculation that he's unhappy about not being a regular starter, Gabigol has publicly expressed his composure about this new phase. After the 2-0 victory over Vila Nova on May 1st in the Copa do Brasil , the striker addressed the issue directly.
" I'm very calm about it. I know the pressure there is , and there are a lot of people who say things without realizing it. I try to work hard, show my football skills on the field," he said. On that occasion, the striker also highlighted the welcome he received at the club and reinforced his desire to continue contributing.
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Flamengo vs São Paulo - where to watch, probable lineup and time of the Brasileirão game
With the Brasileirão leadership at stake and Maracanã expected to be full, Mengão hosts the São Paulo team this Saturday (12), at 4:30 pm, for the 13th round
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Flamengo returns to the national stage this Saturday (12), after a stint at the Club World Cup, with full focus on the Brazilian Championship. The team led by Filipe Luís leads the table with 24 points, despite having played one game less, maintaining the best attack and the tightest defense in the competition so far. The ball rolls at 4:30 pm, at Maracanã, with broadcast on TV Globo and Premiere.
Flamengo will be without midfielder Erick Pulgar, who suffered a fractured right foot, and Pedro, who was sidelined by Filipe Luís . This will also be the first match without Gerson, who recently left the club to Zenit in Russia.
SAO PAULO SEEKS REACTION
On the other side, São Paulo is undergoing a period of restructuring. After a 3-1 loss to Vasco and the departure of Luis Zubeldía , the club has decided to bring back Hernán Crespo as coach. The São Paulo team will have important reinforcements who recovered during the break: Lucas Moura, Oscar, Marcos Antônio, and Ferreirinha are available again.
PUBLIC EXPECTATIONS
The red-and-black fans promise to once again fill the stadium. As of last Thursday (10), more than 46 thousand tickets had already been sold. With the removal of free tickets, the expectation is that around 60 thousand fans will attend Maracanã to support Mengão in its search for three more points.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND WHERE TO WATCH: FLAMENGO X SÃO PAULO
📆 Date: July 12 (Saturday)
🕓 Time: 4:30 pm (Brasília time)
📍 Location: Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro (RJ)
📺 Broadcast: Globo and Premiere
👤 Referee: Wilton Pereira Sampaio (GO)
👥 Assistants: Bruno Boschilia (PR) and Bruno Raphael Pires (GO)
🎥 VAR: Braulio da Silva Machado (SC)
Probable lineups:
Flamengo : Rossi; Wesley, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Jorginho and De la Cruz; Luiz Araújo and Arrascaeta; Plata and Bruno Henrique.
Sovereign: Rafael; Sabino, Ferraresi and Alan Franco; Cédric Soares, Alisson, Marcos Antonio, Oscar and Enzo Díaz; Luciano and André Silva.
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