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26 Jan 2024 | 18:56 |
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In a relaxed chat with the press, Nicolás Lodeiro, renowned Orlando City midfielder, was full of praise for striker Luiz Araújo, a key player in Flamengo's tactical scheme. During the press conference, Lodeiro shared his admiration for the red-black number 7's football and praised the technical quality of the entire Rio squad.
The Uruguayan midfielder, known for his intelligence on the field, was asked about the challenge of facing Brazilian teams in Major League Soccer (MLS) and did not fail to mention the strength of Flamengo. According to Lodeiro, the Rio club is a reference on the national and international scene, and clashing with teams of this stature is always a crucial test for their team.
ADMIRATION FOR LUIZ ARAÚJO
When approaching Luiz Araújo, Lodeiro demonstrated familiarity with the Flamengo striker's playing style. The midfielder highlighted Araújo's speed, refined technique and ability to balance as elements that impress not only his opponents, but also his professional colleagues.
"It's always special to face high-level players like Luiz Araújo. He has a unique ability to create opportunities and make a difference in attack. It's a remarkable challenge, and I always enjoy playing against such talented athletes", said Lodeiro, highlighting the mutual respect between the players.
PRAISES TO THE RUBRO-NEGRO CAST
In addition to praising individualities, Nicolás Lodeiro made a point of highlighting Flamengo's collective quality. For the midfielder, the strength of the Rio team is not just limited to individual highlights, but to the harmony and interaction of the entire squad. "Flamengo is a very well-structured team, with high-caliber players in all positions. They manage to impose an intense pace of play and have an incredible ability to work together. Facing such a qualified team always challenges us to give our best on the field", said the Uruguayan.
EXPECTATIONS FOR THE FACE
When asked about his expectations for the next clash between Orlando City and Flamengo, Lodeiro demonstrated optimism and respect for the Brazilian team. The midfielder emphasized the importance of facing high-level opponents for the growth of football in the United States and highlighted the exchange of experiences that occurs in international clashes.
"Playing against Flamengo is always a big challenge, but also a valuable opportunity for us. The competitiveness of Brazilian football is recognized globally, and each match against teams of this caliber pushes us to evolve as a team. We are looking forward to the game and are confident that it will be a great experience for everyone", concluded the midfielder .
The interview revealed not only the mutual respect between Nicolás Lodeiro and Luiz Araújo, but also the appreciation of Brazilian football on the international stage. The meeting between Orlando City and Flamengo promises to be a spectacle of technical and tactical quality, where the prior exchange of praise only increases the expectations of sports fans
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Mengão takes victory to the return game against the Argentines that takes place on the 25th, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Jorge Luis Hirschi stadium
18 Set 2025 | 23:24 |
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Flamengo defeated Argentina's Estudiantes 2-1 at the Maracanã Stadium . The red-and-black team decided the match in the first half with goals from Pedro and Varela. Mengão gave Estudiantes no time to breathe in Rio de Janeiro with a lightning goal.
Just 15 seconds in, Pedro capitalized on a pass from Plata, turned on his marker, and fired a left-footed shot to open the scoring. The quick goal undermined Argentina's strategy and galvanized the Rio de Janeiro team, who continued to press. A few minutes later, Ayrton Lucas crossed from the left and Varela hit a beautiful volley into Muslera's corner, extending the red-and-blacks' lead in the first half.
Even with a two-goal lead, Flamengo maintained control and nearly made it three with Pedro, whose shot was spectacularly saved by the Uruguayan goalkeeper. Estudiantes , for their part, barely threatened Rossi's goal and only managed to partially level the score in the final minutes of the first half . The feeling at Maracanã was that the 2-0 scoreline was a cheap one for the visitors.
In the second half, the pace dropped. Coach Eduardo Domínguez made substitutions, trying to give the Argentine team more momentum, but he ran into the red-and-black defense. The match was not without its tense moments, with cards for Saúl, Samuel Lino, and Alexis Castro, and Plata's sending-off after a second yellow card in a dispute with Facundo Rodríguez . At the end of the second half, Estudiantes scored in the 46th minute to leave the match open in Argentina.
With the 2-1 victory, Flamengo takes the lead in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. The return leg is scheduled for the 25th, at 9:30 pm, at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in Argentina. Before that, the team led by Tite faces Vasco next Sunday (21), for the Brazilian Championship, again at Maracanã.
Striker scores after 14 seconds against Estudiantes, surpassing the records of former players and consolidating himself as one of the club's top scorers
18 Set 2025 | 22:53 |
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Forward Pedro needed just 14 seconds to open the scoring for Flamengo against Estudiantes in a Copa Libertadores quarterfinal match. The lightning strike became the Rubro-Negro's fastest goal in the competition's history , surpassing Gerson's record and also surpassing Lucas Paquetá's historic mark, which held the club's fastest goal in an official match.
Until then, Flamengo 's fastest goal in the Libertadores was Gerson's, who had scored after 56 seconds against Bolívar, in 2024. Even so, in the current edition of the tournament, Pedro's goal was the second fastest overall , behind only Artur's goal, from Botafogo, which shook the net against LDU after 13 seconds in the round of 16.
293 games
148 goals
35 assists
According to an investigation by Gazeta do Urubu, the club's board intends to renew the contracts of Filipe Luís and Arrascaeta in 2025. Pedro and goalkeeper Rossi are expected to have their contracts extended next season. Internally, there's no sign of the striker's dissatisfaction with the club.
After beating Estudiantes at Maracanã this Thursday (18), Mengão faces Vasco next Sunday (21), for the Brazilian Championship. The match takes place again at the Rio de Janeiro team's stadium.
The striker opens the scoring against Estudiantes at a packed Maracanã stadium, reaching his 150th goal in the red and black jersey and consolidating an important milestone in the Libertadores Cup
18 Set 2025 | 22:37 |
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Flamengo won an important chapter this Wednesday (18), in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores . After just 15 seconds, Pedro scored against Estudiantes at a packed Maracanã, opening the scoring for the Rio de Janeiro team. The goal not only guaranteed an initial advantage in the duel but also marked the striker's 150th goal with the red-black shirt , equaling Bebeto in eighth place among the greatest scorers in the club's history.
The goal against Argentina also represented Pedro's 26th for Flamengo in the Copa Libertadores, a figure that puts him behind only Gabigol, with 30 goals, in the club's all-time rankings in the tournament . Furthermore, the number 9 became the third-highest Brazilian scorer in the continental competition.
According to information obtained by Gazeta do Urubu, the club's management intends to renew the contracts of Filipe Luís and Arrascaeta in 2025. Pedro and goalkeeper Rossi are expected to have their contracts extended next season . Internally, there is no dissatisfaction surrounding the number 9.
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