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IT WASN'T THIS TIME... FLAMENGO'S U-16 TEAM LOSES CLASSIC AGAINST FLUMINENSE IN THE OLARIA CUP

Mais Querido tried to beat Tricolor in the semi-final, as did the main team, but they won't be able to go to the final against Vasco

FLA X FLU - Under-16 / Rafael Silva
FLA X FLU - Under-16 / Rafael Silva

12 Mar 2024 | 14:38 |

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While things seem to be very positive for Flamengo in the main team, who are hoping to defeat Fluminense in the semi-final of the Campeonato Carioca, Crias do Ninho did not have such a good result. Mengão's under-16 team was competing in the Copa Olaria for the base squads, but ended up being eliminated in a big classic.



Vasco saved him from being runner-up for Flamengo in the Copa Olaria Renovado U16. Mais Querido's historical second place was already guaranteed in the final, on Thursday (14), and the winner of Mais Querido's clash against Fluminense awaited.


In the classic, Fluminense won by a slim score of 1-0, which was enough to move towards the decision. The Boys from the Nest say goodbye to the Olaria Cup. Champion in 2022, over Vasco himself, 4-3, the club falls in the semi-final after beat Serrano and Olaria, and draw with Botafogo.

Fluminense opened the scoring in the 18th minute of the second time, giving cold water to the Flamengo fans, who were trying to progress in the match. Wesley Natan, who had been providing the team with the best opportunities, produced and played for captain Peter to open the scoring.


Fluminense had a chance to expand in the next minute, arriving with Wesley Natan, but Dudu returned to be a hero. All that was needed was for the team's attack to do its part to avoid defeat and keep alive the chance of advancing to the final of the Copa Olaria Renovado. In the final minutes, the team tried to press, but the fight didn't work and Fluminense had the peace of mind to defend well and prevent the Rubro-Negro draw from happening. Flamengo lost 1-0 and said goodbye to the Copa Olaria.

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Flamengo U-20 beats Nova Iguaçu 1-0 in the Guanabara Cup in a balanced match

The world champion team against Barcelona meets the team from Baixada Fluminense in Gávea, for the delayed fourth round of the Guanabara Under-20 Cup

Flamengo U-20 beats Nova Iguaçu in Gávea for the Guanabara Cup with a 1-0 victory and a penalty goal by Iago - photo: reproduction
Flamengo U-20 beats Nova Iguaçu in Gávea for the Guanabara Cup with a 1-0 victory and a penalty goal by Iago - photo: reproduction

17 Set 2025 | 13:32 |

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On the morning of this Wednesday (17), Flamengo's young players took to the field to face Nova Iguaçu, in Gávea , for the delayed fourth round of the Taça Guanabara Sub-20. The match, broadcast by Flamengo TV , marked another performance by the world champion team over Barcelona at Maracanã.


Coach Bruno Pivetti fielded Léo Nannetti; Daniel Sales, Iago, João Victor, Gusttavo; João Alves, Pablo, Guilherme; Douglas Telles, Joshua, and Pedro Leão . Several athletes who shone in the world title were on the field, reinforcing the strength of the red-and-black squad in the category.


MATCH WAS PLAYED


Despite Flamengo's favoritism, Nova Iguaçu showed organization and made life difficult for the home team . The first half ended in a 0-0 draw, with chances for both sides.

In the second half, Rubro-Negro pushed for a result and only managed to open the scoring in the 32nd minute, when defender Iago converted a penalty with a stoppage, repeating the composure displayed in the final against Barcelona. The narrow 1-0 score remained until the final whistle , but the opponent pressed and threatened Flamengo's goal in the final minutes.


GUANABARA CUP U-20

Nova Iguaçu maintained its consistent run of results in the competition. So far, the team hasn't lost a match by more than one goal : they fell to Vasco 2-1 and Botafogo 1-0. Against Flamengo, they once again suffered a heavy defeat.


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Watch Flamengo vs Nova Iguaçu in the Carioca Sub-20 LIVE (with images)

Garotos do Ninho return to the field this Wednesday morning (17) for the 4th round of the championship and seeks to recover after a sequence of defeats

Follow the match between Flamengo and Nova Iguaçu for the Campeonato Carioca Sub-20 Live (with images) - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
Follow the match between Flamengo and Nova Iguaçu for the Campeonato Carioca Sub-20 Live (with images) - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

17 Set 2025 | 09:55 |

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Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (17) for the Under-20 Carioca Championship. The Crias do Ninho face Nova Iguaçu, at 10 am (Brasília time), in Gávea, in a match valid for the fourth round, previously postponed . The broadcast will be on FlamengoTV.


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REASON FOR POSTPONEMENT


The match was originally scheduled for August 23, but had to be rescheduled due to Flamengo 's participation in the U-20 World Cup, a competition in which the red-black team beat Barcelona (ESP) and won the title.


FLAMENGO SITUATION

After the international triumph, the team is looking to bounce back in the Carioca, having lost two consecutive matches to Vasco and Botafogo . Flamengo currently sits in fifth place with ten points, having won three, drawn two, and lost two.


SITUATION OF NOVA IGUAÇU

Nova Iguaçu arrives buoyed by a 1-0 victory over Portuguesa at CT NIFC. The Baixada Fluminense team sits eighth in the standings with seven points and is looking for a win against the world champions to improve its position in the championship.

TECHNICAL SHEET
  • Flamengo x Nova Iguaçu
  • Competition: Campeonato Carioca Sub-20 – 4th round (postponed)
  • Location: Gávea Stadium, Rio de Janeiro (RJ)
  • Date and time: September 17, 2025 (Wednesday), at 10:00 am (Brasília time)
  • Broadcast: Flamengo TV


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Flamengo signs goalkeeper from Avaí and his characteristics are impressive

Mengão continues its restructuring of its youth teams and has signed a 1.94m tall goalkeeper, even though he is only 15 years old.

Flamengo signs goalkeeper Nícolas, from Avaí, for the under-15 team and his height is impressive - Photo: Reproduction
Flamengo signs goalkeeper Nícolas, from Avaí, for the under-15 team and his height is impressive - Photo: Reproduction

06 Set 2025 | 19:00 |

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Flamengo has signed 15-year-old goalkeeper Nicolas, who previously played for Avaí. Born in February 2010, the young goalkeeper stands 6'4" tall and is projected to grow to 6'7" . According to the FlaZoeiro profile, Flamengo acquired 10% of the player's economic rights, with a purchase option of up to 70%. The transaction value was not disclosed.


Nicolas signed a youth development contract with Flamengo until December 2027 and will strengthen the under-15 team. The goalkeeper caught the attention of the Flamengo youth academy due to his technical and physical performance in Avaí's youth academy.


REFORM IN THE RUBRO-NEGRA BASE


Going through a period of restructuring, Flamengo remains active in the youth academy market. Recently, the club won its second U-20 World Cup with a historic victory over Barcelona , and is already making significant changes to its roster.

Among the departures, midfielder Lorran was traded to Pisa (ITA), while Matheus Gonçalves signed with Al-Ahli (SAU). As for arrivals, Mais Querido signed striker Guilherme Barbosa , formerly of Internacional, and midfielder Kaio Júnior, who was at Juventude after a stint at Vasco.


YOUNG MAN WHO 'HUMILIATED' VINI JR ALSO HIRED

In addition to Nícolas, the club also signed midfielder Marcelo Portela, a standout from Botafogo, to bolster the under-15 team. The youngster became famous after a viral move , when he performed a disconcerting dribble on Vini Jr., leaving the Real Madrid star sitting on the floor.


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