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01 Nov 2024 | 12:21 |
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With the suspension of Erick Pulgar, the coach ofFlamengo faces an important dilemma in the lineup for the next clash in the Copa do Brasil. The absence of the Chilean midfielder forces the coach to decide between two options: Léo Ortiz, a versatile defender with the potential to play the role of first midfielder, and Allan, a midfield player with a marking profile and refined technique.
< p style="border: 1px solid rgb(197, 0, 24);">The responsibility for the choice fell on captain Filipe Luís, an experienced full-back who has a strong influence on the squad and a broad tactical vision, valued by the coaching staff. The mission is to carefully evaluate which player can best make up for Pulgar's absence, offering balance and guaranteeing defensive solidity to the midfield. This decision has gained relevance in Flamengo's preparation, which sees the Copa do Brasil as one of its priorities for the season.
AN INCONSISTENCE IN THE REGULATIONS
Léo Ortiz, newly arrived at Flamengo, He showed consistency when acting as a defender and as a midfielder in emergency situations, standing out for his precision in aerial plays and firmness in disputes. The player is seen as a strategic alternative to strengthen the midfield in a more defensive configuration, especially considering the need to contain high-intensity opponent attacks. However, his adaptation to the new position is still questioned by the coaching staff.
FLAMENGO MUCH MORE SOLICITED
On the other hand, Allan, the original midfielder, has been gaining space and displays confidence in ball control and short passes, characteristics that align with Flamengo's style of play. His experience in pressure games and good performance when replacing Pulgar make Allan a strong candidate for the position. The midfielder has the potential to act as a transition piece, helping both in defense and supporting the attack, characteristics that can offer a middle ground between defending and creating plays.
Filipe Luís' decision will be fundamental in defining Flamengo's course in the Copa do Brasil. The choice between Léo Ortiz and Allan has tactical implications that can directly influence the team's performance. The team needs to maintain a solid structure, capable of supporting the physical and fast game that the tournament demands, and the choice of Pulgar's replacement appears to be one of the crucial points for this.
With the departure of Matheus Gonçalves to Arab football, the club surpasses R$500 million in sales and is among the highest-grossing clubs of the season in Brazil.
29 Ago 2025 | 10:42 |
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Flamengo announced the sale of Matheus Gonçalves to Al Ahli of Saudi Arabia for €8 million (approximately R$50 million). With the transaction, the club reached R$513 million in sales this season alone , the highest value ever achieved in its transfer market history.
The Matheus Gonçalves deal joins other significant transactions throughout the year. Fabrício Bruno was sold to Cruzeiro for R$44 million, Alcaraz went to Everton for R$96 million, Wesley signed with Roma for R$162.2 million, and Gerson returned to Zenit for R$160.6 million . This performance in the market cemented the club's position as a leading player among Brazilian clubs that raised the most money.
In the national annual revenue ranking, Flamengo ranks highly. If its sales were counted as revenue for an independent club, the R$513 million figure would place "Flamengo Sales" in 10th place overall , surpassing the likes of Grêmio, Vasco, Santos, and Cruzeiro.
The general list is led by Flamengo itself (R$1.334 billion), followed by Palmeiras (R$1.274 billion) and Corinthians (R$1.114 billion) . The top 5 is closed by São Paulo (R$731.9 million) and Botafogo (R$720 million).
Midfielder Victor Hugo, 21, remains one of the names considered for a move away from the team . Santos has expressed interest, but negotiations have stalled and are pending approval from the president. Despite the approval of coach Filipe Luís and director José Boto, the final decision rests with Luiz Eduardo Baptista, known as Bap. Alongside him, forwards Michael and Juninho are also awaiting official loan offers and remain on the transfer market's radar.
The red-and-black fans sell out tickets in record time for the match against Grêmio at Maracanã, reinforcing the expectation of a full house in the decisive clash
28 Ago 2025 | 21:15 |
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Flamengo announced this Thursday (28) that there are no more tickets available for the duel against Grêmio , next Sunday (31), for the Brazilian Championship. The expectation is more than 60 thousand fans at Maracanã, a scenario that promises to transform the stadium into a cauldron to push the Rio team in search of another victory in the national competition.
The match is considered crucial for both teams. Mengão, the outright leader with 46 points, is looking to extend its lead over Palmeiras, second with 42, and Cruzeiro , third with 41. Cruzeiro, meanwhile, sees the match as a chance to react and halt the Rio de Janeiro team's momentum.
More than 60,000 tickets were made available, and approximately 65,000 people are expected to attend Maracanã, including free tickets. Tickets ranged from R$80 in the South section to R$500 in Maracanã Mais. All tickets were sold five days in advance.
The last time the team played at the stadium was in the 8-0 rout of Vitória , on a Monday night. Even at the unusual time, more than 60,000 fans showed up to support the team.
Flamengo 's likely starting lineup is expected to retain the same core from the last game. Thus, Filipe Luís is expected to field: Rossi, Varela, Léo Pereira, Léo Ortiz, Ayrton Lucas, Jorginho, Saúl, Arrascaeta, Plata, Samuel Lino, and Pedro.
The defender of the Mais Querido appeared at the Barra da Tijuca Court in a hearing about his children and denied failing to fulfill his obligations as a father.
28 Ago 2025 | 20:38 |
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Flamengo defender Léo Pereira was face to face with his ex-wife, Tainá Castro, in a hearing held this Thursday (28), at the Barra da Tijuca Forum, in Rio de Janeiro. The judicial meeting dealt with matters related to the former couple's children, Matteo, 4, and Helena, 5.
After leaving the scene, the player stated in an interview with the Leo Dias website that the process is proceeding smoothly and emphasized that he is upholding his parental responsibilities. " It was very calm, easy. It was just a hearing to discuss the children's issues. Today we only talk about the children. We have a good relationship, I've never failed to provide for the children, I'm very calm, the truth will always come out," the athlete stated.
Earlier, the LeoDias website revealed that Léo Pereira was given 72 hours to pay overdue child support. Failure to comply could result in arrest. The player has publicly denied this claim.
The marriage between the athlete and the digital influencer ended in 2023. Currently, Tainá Castro is married to fellow player Éder Militão, with whom she has a 3-year-old daughter , Cecília, the result of the Real Madrid defender's relationship with Karoline Lima, Léo Pereira's current girlfriend.
Hours before the hearing, Tainá Castro took to social media to report an unusual act by her ex-husband. According to her, Léo Pereira picked up their son Matteo to take him to soccer practice, a gesture that doesn't happen often.
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Flamengo vs Grêmio will have a Betano debut party and the return of Jovem Fla at Maracanã
28 Ago 2025 | 17:47
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