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PEDRO IS ISOLATED IN THE BRAZILIAN ARTILLERY AFTER SCORING IN THE DUEL BETWEEN FLAMENGO X AMAZONAS

Faced with a very competitive game, the red-black team sought victory in the race

22 Mai 2024 | 23:41 |

Flamengo secured their place in the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil after beating Amazonas again 1-0, with a goal from Pedro. The center forward, by finding the back of the net, demonstrated his love for the club by kissing the Mengão shield and celebrating effusively.

Facing a closely contested game, the red and black team sought victory in the race. In the 35th minute of the second half, Igor Jesus shot from outside the area and Pedro, in a good position, deflected the ball into the goal, opening the scoring for the Rio team. This goal caused relief among fans present at Arena da Amazônia and on social media.

CLASSIFICATION AND AWARDS

With a 1-0 victory in the first game at Maracanã and a repeat of the score at Arena da Amazônia, Flamengo advanced to the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. In addition to the classification, the red and black team will receive a prize of R$ 3.4 million for their performance in the national tournament.

PEDRO: GUNNER OF THE YEAR

By scoring against Amazonas, Pedro reached his 20th goal of the 2024 season. With this feat, the red-and-black center forward became Brazil's top scorer of the year, in addition to recording two assists in 26 games played. His performance has been fundamental to Flamengo's success in competitions.

NEXT CHALLENGE AT LIBERTADORES

However , Flamengo will have to focus on another challenge, leaving the Copa do Brasil aside. 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 IS ISOLATED IN THE BRAZILIAN ARTILLERY AFTER SCORING IN THE DUEL BETWEEN FLAMENGO X AMAZONAS