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10 and a sash! Arrascaeta takes center stage for Flamengo and becomes the hopeful against Estudiantes
18 Set 2025 | 12:23
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Pedro, striker of Flamengo, he was called up by coach Dorival Júnior to join the Brazilian team in a new phase of friendlies. This call-up marks a significant point in the player's career, who has stood out more and more since Dorival's arrival at Flamengo. In his statements, Pedro not only praised the coach, but also reflected on the important moments he experienced under his command, highlighting the importance of this partnership in his evolution as an athlete. “I feel more prepared because of the pace of the game. In 2022 it was a year that started with me not having many opportunities until in the middle of the year, Dorival arrived and I started playing. This year I have a great sequence of games. I certainly feel much more prepared."
The year 2022 was crucial for Pedro, but it started in a difficult way. The striker faced an initial period with few playing opportunities, which limited his ability to show his potential on the field. This reality began to change drastically with the arrival of Dorival Júnior at Flamengo, in the middle of the season. Dorival, recognizing Pedro's talent, started to give more space to the player, who quickly became an asset. fundamental in the coach's scheme.
FLAMENGO he became one of the offensive references of Flamengo , culminating in important achievements. Under the command of Dorival Júnior, Flamengo won two of the most prestigious titles on the continent: the Copa do Brasil and the Copa Libertadores da América. These triumphs not only reaffirmed Flamengo as one of the giants of South American football, but also consolidated Pedro as one of the main strikers in Brazilian football.
Pedro commented on how this continuity on the field helped him mature as a player. player. According to him, the year 2022 represented a turning point in his career, mainly because of the trust that Dorival placed in him. This confidence was reflected in their performances, which became more confident and decisive. The sequence of games and the responsibility of being one of the pillars of the red and black attack made Pedro develop not only his technical skills, but also his tactical and emotional maturity on the field.
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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
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.
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.
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.
Defender hangs up his boots at 38 and says he is satisfied with his career, despite not having been able to play for Mengão
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"
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.
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.
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.
The red-black team faces the Argentines this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals
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.
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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