Officially leaving! Star leaves Flamengo and signs with club

In an interview with the Coluna do Flamengo portal, the presidential candidate dFlamengo, Mauricio Gomes de Mattos, brought to An important question arises about the future of one of the club's greatest recent idols: Gabigol. The candidate mentioned the need to evaluate the player's situation, even considering that the attacker would have his "port already defined". According to Mauricio, "I would never close doors", pointing to a possible opening in relation to the athlete's destiny, if this benefits Flamengo.

Gabigol, one of Flamengo's top scorers in recent years, has been dividing opinions inside and outside the club. Even with a solid bond and outstanding importance in the club's recent history, the player faces criticism about his performance and possible dissatisfaction with remaining in the team. In his speech, Mauricio Gomes de Mattos highlights that the attacker's situation deserves careful analysis, despite the athlete's preference to remain at the club, if conditions are favorable.

 EVERYTHING CAN CHANGE IN FLAMENGO 

The candidate highlighted that his stance would be to “never close doors”, indicating that its management would be open to listening to proposals or seeking alternatives that could be beneficial to all parties involved, including Flamengo, the player and any interested parties. This opening suggests that, although Gabigol is a fundamental player in the team, a new administration could consider strategic alternatives, as long as they guarantee stability to the club.

Gabigol has been responsible for historic moments and important titles since his arrival at Flamengo in 2019, when he won over the fans and accumulated a series of achievements. His link with the institution is evident, but variable results on the field and interest from international clubs bring to light the possibility of a transfer. According to Mauricio, the situation must be handled with caution, considering the player's weight for the team and for the red and black fans.

WILL GABRIEL BE MISSED?

Gabigol's possible departure would have a significant impact on Flamengo, both in terms of sporting performance and in terms of relationships with fans. Mauricio Gomes de Mattos' management promises a thorough analysis of each player, especially idols like Gabigol, to define the best long-term strategies. He states that his commitment is to strengthening Flamengo, which could include strategic negotiations.

Mauricio Gomes de Mattos' speech reinforces its proposal for transparent management and open to changes, as long as they are necessary for Flamengo's development. Analysis of each key member of the squad would be a measure to align the club's vision with its financial and sporting performance. Gabigol, as one of the highest paid and most targeted players in the squad, fits into this process, which aims for stability and competitiveness.

Léo Ortiz, defender who arrived at Flamengo with great expectations, saw his ambitions confirmed in a short time. When he was still negotiating with the club, the defender made clear his objective of competing for important titles for Flamengo, a club that constantly fights for the main cups on the national and international scene.

Ortiz's wish quickly came true, as the defender, recently arrived in the red and black squad, has just won his first major title wearing the sacred mantle. The feat came precisely on the weekend in which the player also received a call-up to the Brazilian National Team, crowning a special moment in his career and increasing his visibility in Brazilian football.

 A DESIRE FOR FLAMENGO 

Flamengo has always been known for its strength in the transfer market, looking for players with potential contribute to immediate achievements. The signing of Léo Ortiz reinforced this strategy, as the defender arrived with the status of one of the best in the country in the position. His performance on the field has shown that this bet was correct.

In the opportunities he had, Léo Ortiz demonstrated a level of consistency and quality that places him among Brazil's top defenders. These outstanding performances were fundamental for him to be remembered by the coach of the Brazilian team, especially in a context in which the national team seeks to reinforce its defensive sector.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR FLAMENGO 

The trajectory of Léo Ortiz until this moment is marked by work and dedication. Since arriving at Flamengo, the defender has sought to adapt to the team's playing style and the requests of the coaching staff, always with the aim of contributing to collective success. In his first major title with Flamengo, Ortiz performed confidently, which was crucial for Rubro-Negro to win the trophy.

This victory reaffirms Flamengo's ability to assemble a competitive squad, with athletes prepared for high-level challenges. For Léo Ortiz, this achievement is a milestone in his journey with the red and black shirt and represents just the beginning of a cycle of victories that he aims for at the club.

FIFA announced that the group draw for the 2025 Club World Cup will take place on December 5th, at 3pm (Brasília time), in Miami, one of the tournament venues. This "Super Mundial" will feature 32 teams, including Flamengo, divided into eight groups of four teams, in an event that will be held from June 15th to July 13th in the United States. The division of teams will follow sporting and geographic criteria, with more details about the draw and pots yet to be revealed.

The 2025 World Cup will be played in a new format for clubs, with unique clashes in the group stage and a knockout from the round of 16. In the event of a tie in the knockout stage, there will be extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout. A new feature is the use of direct confrontation as the first tiebreaker criterion in the group stage, followed by goal difference and goals scored.

The competition will be held in 11 cities, with Orlando having two stadiums and MetLife Stadium, near New York, reserved for the grand final. The East Coast will be home to the majority of headquarters, with the exception of Los Angeles and Seattle, which represent the West Coast.

Confirmed Times and Format

The list of 31 confirmed teams, including powerhouses like Real Madrid, Manchester City and Bayern Munich, brings representatives from the six continental confederations, including five Brazilian clubs: Flamengo, Fluminense , Palmeiras, in addition to a vacancy still open between Atlético-MG and Botafogo. The tournament will not have a third place match, with the focus on the round of 16 onwards to define the champion.

This unprecedented format, inspired by the World Cup, promises to expand the reach and competitiveness between clubs.