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WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT? PEOPLE FROM INSIDE PALMEIRAS ARE INTERESTED IN TAKING GABIGOL FROM FLAMENGO

Even though this plan exists, there are some factors that play against the red-black number 10's move to Alviverde

Gabigol / Disclosure
Gabigol / Disclosure

22 Mar 2024 | 08:11 |

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This Thursday (21), some rumors began to circulate in the Brazilian press indicating that Palmeiras could be interested in signing Gabigol. According to the Terra portal, there are indeed some individuals within the São Paulo club who consider the striker a great option to reinforce the Alviverde squad. However, the prospect of achieving such a feat is not so positive.


Some advisors, specifically, would like the possibility of taking Gabriel Barbosa to São Paulo, especially because he is in the middle of an impasse with Flamengo, at the moment, not being able to completely resolve whether there will be a contract renewal or not.


Despite this, the same optimism is not shared with Alviverde's main leaders. The club's football department rules out any possibility of a signing at this time, but leaves the future open. One of the issues that works against it would be precisely the financial factor. Gabriel Barbosa receives around R$1.5 million a month and is trying to get a salary increase with Rubro-Negro, as well as a new contract for five years.




On the Fla Zoeiro channel, president Leila Pereira, serving the Brazilian team, stated that any club would like to have Gabigol, however, he made it clear that there is nothing at the moment. Abel Ferreira would also need to be consulted, which has not yet happened. The Barra Funda club has adopted a profile of signing young players with a view to a future sale, which was standard in the moves for Rômulo, Bruno Rodrigues, Caio Paulista, Aníbal Moreno and Lázaro, the latter on loan.

Gabigol has a contract with Flamengo until December, but, in the middle of the year, he could already sign a pre-contract with any other interested team. Still according to the land, it will eventually run out all possibilities for renewal with Mengão, and only then think about the future. Bahia, Corinthians and Santos are teams that are keeping an eye on the situation.




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What will the pitch look like for Bahia vs. Flamengo? Arena director gives his opinion

Campo da Fonte Nova has been heavily criticized recently and is a cause for concern for Mengão's coach ahead of the clash against the Tricolor.

Arena Fonte Nova's pitch is expected to be in better condition for Bahia vs Flamengo - Photo: Reproduction/Bahia
Arena Fonte Nova's pitch is expected to be in better condition for Bahia vs Flamengo - Photo: Reproduction/Bahia

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After public criticism from Abel Ferreira and Rogério Ceni about the state of the Arena Fonte Nova pitch , the stadium will once again be the stage for a big game this Sunday (05), when Flamengo faces Bahia in the 27th round of the Brasileirão . The arena's management assured that the pitch will be technically fit for the match, even without the usual shade of green.


Arena Fonte Nova manager on the pitch for Bahia vs. Flamengo: "It will be ready for the game"
ADMINISTRATION EXPLAINS LAWN CONDITIONS


In an interview, Milena Andrade, operations manager at Fonte Nova, detailed the care taken in preparing the pitch and stated that all technical parameters are within ideal standards: "The pitch will be ready for the Flamengo game, meeting all technical parameters, such as traction, moisture, cutting height, and compaction . The appearance may not be its usual green, but what we evaluate are the technical aspects, not the aesthetic ones," she explained.


Milena also emphasized that the use of sports dye is a safe alternative and widely used in national and international competitions, if necessary: " The technical quality remains unchanged. In October, we will have a favorable window to intensify maintenance and fully restore the lawn's green color," she added.

FILIPE LUÍS AND SAÚL DOWNTOWN THE SITUATION


After the 0-0 draw with Cruzeiro, Filipe Luís and Saúl were questioned about the pitch conditions in Salvador . The red-and-black coach adopted a calm tone, stating that any irregularities will affect both teams equally.

"I don't know if the pitch will improve much since the last game, but it's a problem for both Bahia and Flamengo . We're used to playing on different pitches and conditions. The important thing is to adapt and go for the win ," said Filipe Luís.

Spanish midfielder Saúl echoed the coach's words, emphasizing that the team needs to focus on its own performance: "We don't think about that. It's something we can't control. We have to adapt to the pitch , the weather, and whatever comes our way. If we can't play our style, we'll play differently to win," he declared.

FLAMENGO'S NEXT CHALLENGE

In search of maintaining the leadership of the Brasileirão, Flamengo faces Bahia this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. The match will be broadcast exclusively by Premiere (pay-per-view).



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Flamengo will not have Saúl against Bahia; Check the list of related players

Midfielder felt pain in his left ankle and will miss the trip to Salvador, where Mengão will face Tricolor in the Brasileirão

Saúl Ñíguez was not included in the Bahia vs Flamengo Brasileirão match due to ankle pain - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Saúl Ñíguez was not included in the Bahia vs Flamengo Brasileirão match due to ankle pain - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

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In search of maintaining the lead in the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo faces Bahia this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. Before boarding for the capital of Bahia, coach Filipe Luís defined the list of players related to the match .


PLAYERS RELATED BY FLAMENGO
  • Goalkeepers: Dyogo Alves, Matheus Cunha, Rossi
  • Full-backs: Ayrton Lucas, Emerson Royal, Guillermo Varela, Matías Viña
  • Defenders: Cleiton, Danilo, Léo Ortiz
  • Midfielders: Allan, Carrascal, De Arrascaeta, De La Cruz, Everton Araujo, Jorginho
  • Forwards: Bruno Henrique, Everton Cebolinha, Juninho, Luiz Araújo, Pedro, Plata, Samuel Lino, Wallace Yan
CONFIRMED SHORTAGES


Flamengo travels with four players unavailable for the match. Midfielder Saúl Ñíguez is out due to left ankle pain. Defensive midfielder Erick Pulgar is still undergoing physical reconditioning work after recovering from an injury to the fifth metatarsal in his right foot.


In addition to them, defender Léo Pereira and left-back Alex Sandro are serving an automatic suspension for having received their third yellow card in the goalless draw in the direct confrontation with Cruzeiro, last Thursday (02).

HOW THE TEAMS ARRIVE


Flamengo , the sole leader of the Brasileirão, has 55 points, with 16 wins, 7 draws, and only 2 losses. A victory in Salvador could further increase the Rubro-Negro's lead at the top of the table . Bahia, meanwhile, is aiming to break into the top four. Rogério Ceni's team sits in sixth place with 40 points, after 11 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses.

WHERE TO WATCH

The ball rolls at 6:30 pm (Brasília time) this Sunday (05), at Arena Fonte Nova. The match will be broadcast exclusively on Premiere (pay-per-view) . The match will be commanded by the referee from Pernambuco, Rodrigo Lima.


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Controversy! Estudiantes vs. Flamengo is accused of collective doping

The 'Sports Without Drugs' organization filed charges against the president of Conmebol and AFA for lack of tests in the match between Mengão and Pinchas

Match between Flamengo and Estudiantes is the target of a complaint of 'collective doping' by an Argentine NGO - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Match between Flamengo and Estudiantes is the target of a complaint of 'collective doping' by an Argentine NGO - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

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A potential scandal involving the Copa Libertadores quarterfinal match between Flamengo and Estudiantes (ARG) in La Plata has gained prominence in the Argentine press. The NGO "Sport Without Drugs," represented by Aldo Sérgio Parodi, filed a formal complaint of "collective doping" regarding the match, alleging that no post-match drug tests were conducted.


FORMAL COMPLAINT TO THE ARGENTINE COURT
Aldo Parodi: "There was no relevant control in the international match between Estudiantes and Flamengo"


Aldo Parodi filed the complaint with federal prosecutor Ana María Russo of La Plata, based on Law No. 26,912, which regulates anti-doping control in Argentine sports. According to the document, the lack of post-match testing constitutes a violation of current legislation and "collective doping," since testing should be mandatory in international competitions.


The whistleblower also attributes responsibility to CONMEBOL president Alejandro Domínguez, as well as the president of the Argentine Football Federation, Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia, and the Minister of Tourism, Environment, and Sports, Daniel Scioli . For now, the prosecutor's office has not yet determined the next steps in the case.

WHAT THE DOCUMENT SAYS


" Argentina lacks laboratories recognized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), and therefore, there was no relevant control during the international match between Estudiantes and Flamengo . This constitutes a serious breach of the law," reports the text submitted by Aldo Parodi.

WHAT HAPPENED ON THE FIELD

On the field, Estudiantes defeated Flamengo 1-0 in La Plata, a score that leveled the match after the red-and-black's 2-1 victory at Maracanã. With the aggregate score tied, the decision went to penalties, and goalkeeper Agustín Rossi shone, saving two shots , securing the Mais Querido a place in the Copa Libertadores semifinals.

EYE ON THE SEMIFINAL

Flamengo will return to Argentina on October 29th, when they face Racing (ARG) in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinal. Before that, Filipe Luís's team will try to take a lead at the Maracanã stadium on October 22nd in the first leg of the decisive clash.



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