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“We don’t know what they are capable of”, says journalist about Flamengo’s youngsters

Mauro Cezar Pereira criticizes coach Tite for not giving opportunities to Cleiton and Iago

19 Ago 2024 | 08:11 |

Last Sunday (18), Flamengo suffered a tough 4-1 defeat to Botafogo at Engenhão, a result that brought to light several criticisms, especially in relation to the team's defensive system. The red-black defense showed fragility throughout the match, contributing to the opponent's superiority. Given this scenario, the lack of use of young players in the squad by coach Tite was the subject of questioning.

Journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira expressed his concern about the lack of opportunities for young defenders Cleiton and Iago, highlighting the need to review the current strategy. “With the departure of Fabrício Bruno, I agreed with the board that there was no need to hire a new defender because they had Léo Pereira, Léo Ortiz, David Luiz and base players like Cleiton and Iago, but I am already reviewing that opinion,” said Mauro. Cezar. For him, Tite seems reluctant to give the boys chances, which prevents their potential from being assessed.

Fabrício Bruno has advanced negotiations< /a> with Rennes in France and with his departure, youth players may have more opportunities, however, for Mauro Cezar, the club does not know if the young people are ready “Vitor Reis, Iago's colleague in the under-20 team. , is a starter for Palmeiras, and Iago has no chance of playing for Flamengo. We don’t even see Cleiton, who is already included in the starting squad. Are they ready? Tite's lack of trust in young players may be limiting the team's alternatives, especially at critical moments.

With Flamengo facing a challenging phase, Tite's decisions on team formation are under constant surveillance. The pressure for young players to receive more opportunities increases, as the team seeks to restructure itself and improve its performance in competitions.

With the defensive system presenting difficulties, Flamengo fans have reason to worry. Next Thursday (22), Flamengo will face Bolívar at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) in La Paz, in the Copa Libertadores. The red and black team can lose by up to a goal difference and qualify for the quarter-finals of the competition.