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Flamengo's new assistant arrives in Rio de Janeiro to join the sports board

Alfredo Almeida, hired at the request of José Boto, will be an assistant on the board of Mais Querido

Alfredo Almeida arrives at Flamengo as José Boto's assistant (Photo: Osijek)
Alfredo Almeida arrives at Flamengo as José Boto's assistant (Photo: Osijek)

06 Jan 2025 | 21:28 |

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O Flamengocontinues to strengthen outside the four lines. Alfredo Almeida, a prominent name on the European scene, arrives tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro to begin his role as assistant to José Boto, in the club's sports directorate. Hired at the request of the director himself, Alfredo brings extensive experience and recognition in international football.


O professional will be responsible for assisting in structuring and executing strategies for the football department, aligned with the board's vision. José Boto, who recently took on the mission of leading the sports sector at Mais Querido ,considers Alfredo an important reinforcement to achieve the objectives set.


EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE AS A DIFFERENTIAL


Alfredo Almeida is praised by those who have worked alongside him side in the clubs he played for. His experience in Europe is highlighted as one of the factors that can add quality and efficiency to Mengão's planning. The positive history in teams from the Old Continent reinforces the club's commitment to names with technical and tactical knowledge to improve performance on the field and management off it.

Alfredo's arrival is part of a movement by the CRF to improve the organizational structure and ensure competitiveness on all fronts. With the renewed board, the club seeks to implement modern methodologies that are aligned with the best international standards. This integration of local and international experiences is seen as essential to maintain Flamengo as a protagonist in the sporting scene.


The commitment to excellence continues to be a hallmark of the club, and the presence of Alfredo Almeida alongside José Boto demonstrates that Rubro-Negro is attentive to the demands of contemporary football. 


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It's out! Check out Flamengo's lineup to face Estudiantes

Mengão announces the starting lineup for the first leg of the quarterfinals against Argentina at Maracanã; see who Filipe Luís will send onto the field

Flamengo confirms lineup to face Estudiantes in the Libertadores quarterfinals; check out the starting 11 and game details - photo: reproduction
Flamengo confirms lineup to face Estudiantes in the Libertadores quarterfinals; check out the starting 11 and game details - photo: reproduction

18 Set 2025 | 20:30 |

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Flamengo officially announced the lineup to face Estudiantes this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. With important returns, coach Filipe Luís is betting on maximum strength to start with an advantage in the continental clash.


Defender Léo Ortiz, who missed last weekend due to suspension , returns to the starting lineup. Bruno Henrique, who also missed the match against Juventude, is confirmed in the squad. The team maintains the core of the squad that has been playing with Filipe Luís.


CHECK THE LINEUP


Filipe Luís will send onto the field against Estudiantes: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl, De La Cruz and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro and Samuel Lino.

FLAMENGO'S SHORTAGES

Alex Sandro (calf) and Jorginho (thigh) are still recovering and are already working on the field, but individually. The same goes for Pulgar, who is transitioning with physical therapy and is expected to begin training with the group only at the end of September.
FULL HOUSE AT MARACANÃ


The Red-Black Nation promises another great party . All tickets were sold in advance, guaranteeing the presence of over 69,000 fans . This should be Flamengo 's largest crowd in this edition of the Libertadores. The expectation is to repeat the solid performance of the round of 16, when the team eliminated Internacional with two wins and qualified 3-0 on aggregate.




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Former Corinthians player retires with a revelation: “I missed playing for Flamengo”

Defender hangs up his boots at 38 and says he is satisfied with his career, despite not having been able to play for Mengão

Former Corinthians player, Gil declares his retirement and reveals that he wanted to wear the Flamengo shirt in his career - Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Corinthians
Former Corinthians player, Gil declares his retirement and reveals that he wanted to wear the Flamengo shirt in his career - Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Corinthians

18 Set 2025 | 19:00 |

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Defender Gil, 38, has officially announced his retirement from professional football. In an interview with TV Record, the former defender confirmed the end of his playing career: " A new phase, I'm retiring from football. It's decided ."


Gil, ex-Corinthians, when declaring retirement: "the only thing missing was playing for Flamengo"

A STRIKING CAREER AT CORINTHIANS


Gil built a remarkable relationship with Corinthians , a club he played for twice. Between 2013 and 2016, he was a key player in Tite's squad, crowning the period with the 2015 Brazilian Championship title . He returned to Corinthians in 2019 and, during his second stint, reached the impressive milestone of 400 appearances for the club.


AN UNFULFILLED DREAM

Despite his solid history at Corinthians, Gil revealed a dream he never fulfilled: playing for Flamengo . " I did everything I wanted, the only thing missing was playing for Flamengo . Not everything is perfect. I'm grateful for the career I've built," he declared.


LAST EXPERIENCE FOR SANTOS

The final chapter of his career was at Santos, where he played in the 2024 Série B. The defender played an important role in the club's promotion to Série A , but lost his place in the squad and terminated his contract in August of the same year. Shortly thereafter, he decided to hang up his boots.

Having also played in Chinese football and enjoyed a solid career in Brazil, Gil ended his career as one of the greatest defenders of the last decade , recognized for his consistency, physical strength, and leadership on the field. In total, the former player appeared in 865 matches, scoring 43 goals and contributing 15 assists.


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Live: follow Flamengo vs Estudiantes in the Libertadores

The red-black team faces the Argentines this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals

Flamengo faces Estudiantes in the Libertadores with full strength and more than 69 thousand fans present at the stadium - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Estudiantes in the Libertadores with full strength and more than 69 thousand fans present at the stadium - photo: reproduction

18 Set 2025 | 18:30 |

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Flamengo takes to the field this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Estudiantes, at Maracanã, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Coach Filipe Luís is betting on full strength to try to open up an advantage before the decision in Argentina.


Coach Filipe Luís is expected to field a full-strength squad against the Argentines: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl, De La Cruz, and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro, and Samuel Lino. The game will be broadcast live on Flamengo TV and with exclusive footage on ESPN.


CHECK IT OUT LIVE

RETURNS AND DEFAULTS
Defender Léo Ortiz, suspended in the last round of the Brasileirão, returns to the starting lineup. Bruno Henrique, who missed the match against Juventude, is also confirmed among the squad . The core of the team remains the same as that which has been playing under Filipe Luís.


Alex Sandro (calf) and Jorginho (thigh) are still recovering and are working individually on the field. Pulgar is also in the transition phase with physical therapy and is expected to return to training with the group only at the end of September.


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