OLYMPICS: GUILHERME COSTA, THE DOG, MEETS IDOL ZICO AT THE PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS

Flamengo released many young people for Portuguese football. In this way, consequently, the players begin to face each other for their respective teams, as was the case with Gabriel Batista and Igor Jesus. The young people faced each other this Saturday (21), where both were starters and highlights of their main teams.

The victory went to Gabriel Batista, for Santa Clara (POR), by the score of 1 to 0. The name of the game was the ex-Flamengo archer, who had a rating of 8.4, being the best on his team and elected the best player on the field. In addition to not conceding goals, the numbers from the SofaScore statistics portal indicate five saves, in addition to 12 successful long balls.

Despite leaving the field with the defeat, Igor Jesus was the highlight of Estrela Amadora. The young midfielder was the best on his team and scored 7.2. The athlete was effective in marking, winning seven duels from below, one from above and making tackles. However, he committed 4 fouls and received a yellow card. Igor also helped with the playmaking, launching three long balls and having an 84% pass accuracy rate. 

SITUATION OF SANTA CLARA AND ESTRELA AMADORA

The teams of both Crias do Ninho meet at different times in the season. This is because, with the victory, Santa Clara moved into third place, behind Sporting and Porto.

Igor Jesus' Estrela Amadora is fighting to get out of the relegation zone. The team is second to last, ahead of only Farense. In six matches of the Portuguese Championship, only two points were scored.

 Flamengo was once again in the news on the volleyball scene when it announced the return of Brie O'Reilly to Sesc Flamengo, shortly before the start of the National Volleyball Cup. The player, who left the club at the end of last season, made a huge impact when she left, leaving her teammates and fans to miss her. Now, with her return confirmed, expectations are high for the athlete's performance in the next tournament.

To publicize the athlete's return, Flamengoused social media, opting for a relaxed approach. The club published a humorous video, which quickly gained repercussions among fans. The action not only reaffirms the team's strong digital presence, but also demonstrates a closer connection with the public, using humor as an engagement tool.

FLAMENGO HAS A STAR IN ITS CAST < The video, which was successful on platforms, generated a lot of interaction, with fans expressing excitement and expectations for the season. Brie O'Reilly, known for her technical ability and charisma on the court, seems to be excited to return to the club and reunite with her teammates. His presence in training is already an indication that the Sesc team Flamengo is preparing intensely for the upcoming challenges

Brie O'Reilly had a remarkable spell at Sesc Flamengo, being a key player in several team victories. Her departure, after the end of the previous season, left a considerable void in the cast, both due to the technical quality she offered and the chemistry she developed with her colleagues. In the months she was away, the team missed her leadership on the court, and the fans, who created a special bond with the player, also regretted her absence.

After Flamengo's defeat to Grêmio this Sunday (22), David Luiz gave an interview on the way out of the field and regretted that the team had not emerged victorious despite having dominated almost the entire match.

“Without a doubt. I'm more frustrated by the result, by the boys' delivery. Suddenly this opportunity arose, they work hard, how dedicated they were, even with one man less. We tried at all costs to win the match, we had opportunities to do so, we had the control to do so, I think they created much less than us, despite being effective. So it's this frustration, the frustration that today could be a great opportunity for us to win the three points here and show the strength of the squad”, began the defender.

Throughout the game, Mais Querido had 56% ball possession and shot at the opponent's goal 18 times, compared to Grêmio's 13 shots. The midfield even created great chances with Matheus Gonçalves, Lorran and Alcaraz, but they were unable to achieve them.

DAVID LUIZ HIGHLIGHTS THAT THE GROUP CONTINUES TO BELIEVE IN THE BRASILEIRÃO TITLEDavid Luiz was also asked about the team's confidence in the Brasileirão and whether there is the option of focusing on just the cups, as Mais Querido is 11 points behind leader Botafogo. However, the defender denied this and assured that the team continues to believe in the competition title.

“Flamengo is Flamengo, we have to prioritize all competitions. Within the daily analysis of tiredness, of all things, of who is ready to play. But I think the group responded well today to the level of quality. There's a little lack of rapport, a little more rhythm in the game for many, but here's the dedication, the race, and as long as we have the opportunity to fight up there, we have to fight, we don't have to take anything for granted”, he said, before completing:

“Football changes very quickly, last year showed this a lot, and if we had scored more in the last rounds of last year, we could have won the title. So it’s about fighting until the end.”