Soccer
13 Jun 2025 | 14:25 |
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Flamengo's women's soccer team celebrated an important achievement this week: four athletes from the U-20 team were called up for a training period with the main Brazilian team. The chosen ones by the coaching staff led by Arthur Elias were right-back and defensive midfielder Emilly, attacking midfielder Kaylane Vieira, forward Leane and defender Sofia . The young players will report to Granja Comary next week, where they will participate in activities alongside players who play abroad and are already preparing for the Copa América.
The news was announced to the athletes before the match against Real Heips, valid for the Brazilian Under-20 Championship, by the manager André Rocha and the coordinator of the youth team, Antony Menezes. The directors congratulated the girls, highlighting the importance of the moment for the professional development of each one of them . The Meninas da Gávea project keeps alive the motto “Flamengo makes the best players at home”, with eleven athletes trained at the club already joining the professional team.
Versatile, Emilly joined the club in 2022 and stood out in several competitions, playing as a defender, defensive midfielder and full-back. She participated in the Copa Rio Sub-17 title and was elected one of the best in the Brazilian Championship in the category. In 2024, she defended the U-17 National Team in the World Cup in the Dominican Republic and was a key player in winning the Brasileirão Sub-20. “I will enjoy this unique opportunity and come back even stronger to Flamengo ”, declared the athlete from Minas Gerais.
At 16 years old, Kaylane has already participated in national and international tournaments. Discovered in a social project and hired by Rubro-Negro in 2022, she was champion of the Copinha and the Copa Rio Sub-17. The following year, she represented the National Team in the South American and the World Cup. In 2025, she continues to be one of the main names in the Sub-20. “It's great to be able to wear the yellow jersey, especially alongside great inspirations”, said the attacking midfielder from Rio.
Born in Manaus, Leane began her career in social projects and moved to Rio de Janeiro in 2023. She performed well in several competitions and was called up to the U-17 team. In 2024, she scored important goals in the Brasileirão and continues to be an offensive reference for the team. “I wake up every day thinking about making my dreams come true. Flamengo gave me this chance and I am grateful for everything,” she declared emotionally.
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Sofia only started her football journey in 2022 and quickly gained a place in the club. Captain in the U-17 Rio Cup, she scored a goal in the national final and made her professional debut in 2025. She was part of the U-20 Brazilian title campaign and also stood out in the U-17 National Team. “ Being able to train with players like Marta is a dream . I am very grateful to Flamengo for everything they have done for me”, said the defender, considered a jewel of the Mengão youth team.
Midfielder was among those speculated at Mengão in case negotiations for Carrascal were not completed, but he could still paint himself red-black
16 Ago 2025 | 11:17 |
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Argentine midfielder Esequiel Barco has returned to Flamengo's radar . According to information from Italian journalist Marco Mampreso, from the Oggi Sport Notizie portal, the player has already reached an agreement with the Rubro-Negro , with only negotiations with Spartak Moscow, from Russia, remaining.
According to the publication, Flamengo is expected to formalize an offer of €14 million (approximately R$88 million) to try to convince the Russians to release the athlete. Previously, Mengão had offered €10 million, but Spartak promptly rejected the offer.
Barco's name had already been floated behind the scenes at the Rio de Janeiro club when negotiations with Colombian Jorge Carrascal became complicated. However, the possibility faded after the former Dynamo Moscow player's arrival .
Despite the interest in Barco , the club's board maintains the signing of a center forward as a priority in this transfer window. The club has not ruled out investing up to €15 million to strengthen its attacking position.
While the board takes care of the transfer window, coach Filipe Luís is concerned with preparing the team that will take to the field to face Internacional this Sunday (17) at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), for the 20th round of the Brasileirão. Mais Querido is the leader of the competition with 40 points and is looking for a victory to remain isolated in first place.
After being released by the courts, the Mengão player analyzes the market to make a decision about his future during this transfer window.
16 Ago 2025 | 10:33 |
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Lucas Paquetá's future at West Ham could be decided in the coming days . According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, the midfielder is considering transfer options after being acquitted of sports betting manipulation charges . The transfer window remains open until early September, on Deadline Day.
Although there are no official offers yet, interest in the former Flamengo player is growing, especially among European clubs. West Ham has not ruled out the Brazilian's departure, as he is unlikely to be a central player in the squad this season . Financial and sporting factors also weigh in on the English club's decision.
Manchester City has already expressed interest in Lucas Paquetá . In 2023, Pep Guardiola publicly praised the player, and the boards even opened talks. However, negotiations cooled after the sports betting case was opened . Even after the acquittal, the Citizens have yet to formalize a new offer, but the possibility of an approach before the end of the window is not ruled out.
During the investigation, Paquetá was left out of the Brazilian national team squad. Coaches such as Fernando Diniz, Dorival Júnior, and Carlo Ancelotti chose not to call him up , which reduced his visibility and limited his opportunities on the international stage. The absence directly affected the player's reputation, which saw his career suffer amid the controversy.
Despite being acquitted by the English FA, which found no evidence of match-fixing , Paquetá was found guilty of failing to fully cooperate with the investigation. Therefore, he may still be fined, although the exact amount of the fine has not been determined.
Mengão wants to sign a goalkeeper to replace Matheus Cunha and went after Peixe's starter with a huge offer.
16 Ago 2025 | 09:39 |
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Flamengo is keeping its sights set on Santos goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão as its top target to be Agustín Rossi's immediate backup on Filipe Luís's team . The player has excelled for Santos, but negotiations are far from progressing.
Despite the Rubro-Negro's interest, Santos president Marcelo Teixeira has not made negotiations easier and remains resistant to the idea of releasing the player to a direct rival . The Alvinegro board, in fact, has expressed a preference for negotiating with European clubs.
According to information from André Hernan (UOL Esporte), Flamengo presented a proposal of 7 million euros (around R$ 44.2 million) for 70% of Brazão's economic rights . The offer was made this Friday (15), but was again rejected by Santos.
Santos's request is much higher: €15 million (R$94.8 million), plus performance bonuses . In other words, more than double the amount offered by the Rio de Janeiro club. Mengão is looking to replace Matheus Cunha, who has already agreed a pre-contract with Cruzeiro for next season.
With the rejection, the goalkeeper's future remains uncertain. Flamengo has not yet indicated whether it will make another move , but the difference between the asking and offering figures has kept the deal on hold. According to Transfermarkt, Gabriel Brazão has already played 64 matches for Santos, conceded 68 goals, and left the field 22 times without conceding a goal.
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