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PEDRO CELEBRATES A GOOD PHASE WITH THE FLAMENGO SHIRT: "PEOPLE PRAY, GOD GIVES REWARD"

With the goal scored on Wednesday, Pedro became Brazilian football's top scorer this season

23 Mai 2024 | 00:22 |

Last Wednesday night, Flamengo and Amazonas played the second leg of the third phase of the Copa do Brasil 2024. With a knee goal scored by Pedro, Flamengo won 1-0, guaranteeing classification for the round of 16.

After the match, Pedro commented on the difficulties faced against Amazonas and the peculiarity of his goal. "We knew it would be a difficult game, on a difficult field, and against a team that played very strong on the counterattack. They have a very strong defensive sector and we knew it would be a shorter match. I'm happy with the result. I think it was my first goal with my knee and I just have to thank God. This happens when we bend our knee to the ground to pray, God gives the reward. I'm happy with every goal I score and every victory we get means that we will continue to grow and. improve in the next match," said Pedro.

GOALSCOER OF THE YEAR

With the goal scored on Wednesday, Fair, Pedro became Brazilian football's top scorer this season, with 18 goals in 24 games. At the end of the interview, he highlighted the intentionality of the play that resulted in the goal and praised Igor Jesus' shot, which provided the opportunity for the finish. "Yes, I made a play, I saw the ball coming towards me, I lowered my knee and, thank God, the ball went towards the goal. Satisfied with the goal and with Igor's performance at the end. As I said, keep going working on the development of the next game."

NEXT CHALLENGE: LIBERTADORES

With classification guaranteed in the Copa do Brasil, Flamengo now focuses on another challenge . The Rio team will face Millonarios (COL) next Tuesday (28), at 9pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. This match is crucial, qualifying for a place in the round of 16 and the leadership of Group E in the Copa Libertadores da América.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

PEDRO CELEBRATES A GOOD PHASE WITH THE FLAMENGO SHIRT: "PEOPLE PRAY, GOD GIVES REWARD"