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16 Out 2024 | 16:46 |
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Five years ago, Flamengo staged one of the most exciting comebacks in its recent history, beating Fortaleza 2-1 in a dramatic match that was marked in the memory of red and black fans. The duel, held at Brazilian Championship, had all the elements of an unforgettable game: pressure, tension, euphoria and a decisive goal in the last moments, transforming an adverse situation into an epic victory. For the Flamengo fans, the confrontation against Fortaleza that day was not just another game, but an example of the team's power of reaction and determination, which continued firmly towards winning important titles that year.
The match started difficult for Flamengo. Fortaleza, playing with great intensity, managed to open the scoring and complicated life for the red-and-black team, who needed the three points to maintain their pursuit of the championship leaders. Even with the disadvantage on the scoreboard, Flamengo did not give up and continued trying to impose their style of play, based on a lot of possession of the ball and quick exchange of passes. The team, coached by Jorge Jesus at the time, His characteristic was the incessant search for a goal, and that afternoon would be no different. Fortaleza, in turn, defended itself well and tried to hold back Flamengo's momentum.
FLAMENGO PROTAGONIZAVA ONE OF THE BIGGEST WINS
The equalizing goal came at a crucial moment, in the second half, and who else could be responsible for this if not Gabigol? The red-and-black top scorer, who was going through an extraordinary phase, scored the goal that gave Flamengo new life in the match. With the score equal, the pressure on Fortaleza increased, and the game turned into an attack against defense. Flamengo, pushed due to the fans and the need to win, he began to roam the opponent's area more frequently and dangerously. The turnaround, however, seemed increasingly unlikely as time passed and chances were wasted.
ONE SEASON FOR MEMORY
It was then that, in stoppage time, the young Reinier, one of the promises of the red base -negra, appeared to define the match in a heroic way. The midfielder, who had already shown his talent on other occasions, took advantage of a surplus in the area and, very calmly, sent the ball into the back of the net, decreeing the victory by 2-1. The celebration was intense, both in the stadium and among the fans watching the match at home, and Reinier established himself as one of the big names of that season.
This victory over Fortaleza was a milestone in Flamengo's 2019 campaign. The result, in addition to being important in the table, was a reflection of the winning mentality that the team adopted under the command of Jorge Jesus. With the technical quality of the players, such as Gabigol and Reinier, and the collective strength of the team, Flamengo continued to rack up victories and historic moments that season, which culminated in memorable titles, such as the Campeonato Brasileiro and the Libertadores da América.
The striker was officially reported by the STJD on Friday and could be preventively suspended, in addition to being banned from football for up to two years.
02 Ago 2025 | 12:59 |
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The Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) Prosecutor's Office has charged Flamengo striker Bruno Henrique with alleged match-fixing. In response, the number 27's defense issued a statement to the 'Coluna do Fla' portal, refuting the accusation.
Flamengo's Bruno Henrique defended: "He was punished with a card in a play in which, obviously, there wasn't even a foul"
" Bruno Henrique was booked for a play in which, obviously, there wasn't even a foul. The claim that receiving a card for this play—in which there wasn't even a foul—was intended to influence the outcome of the match or the championship is absurd . The Superior Court of Justice (STJD) itself had previously dismissed a case based on the same allegations. The athlete's defense will demonstrate that this new complaint should also be dismissed."
Despite the complaint, Bruno Henrique remains free to play until the case is judged and should be included normally for the game between Flamengo and Ceará, this Sunday (3), at 6:30 pm, for the 18th round of the Brasileirão, at Arena Castelão.
The STJD Prosecutor's Office framed the player under two articles of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice (CBJD):
The complaint will still be analyzed, and the athlete will have the right to a full defense before any trial.
José Boto and Filipe Luís still see the need to have two more athletes to strengthen Mengão's squad for the sequence
02 Ago 2025 | 12:00 |
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Flamengo's transfer window isn't over yet . Football director José Boto is still looking for two specific reinforcements to further strengthen the squad led by Filipe Luís . The club has already signed five players, but the board believes there are still gaps to be filled. This information comes from the 'GE' portal.
The main movement continues to be for Fiorentina striker Lucas Beltrán . A deal with the Italian club is already in place, and now the only thing left to do is convince the player. The Argentine, who was initially reluctant about a return to South American football, is beginning to welcome the club's offer .
In addition to a striker, Flamengo is seeking another defender. The need has been evident in recent games. With Danilo injured, only Léo Ortiz and Léo Pereira remain as reliable options . Since Filipe Luís rarely uses the youngsters from the youth academy, the starting duo's fatigue has been noticeable—especially in the Copa do Brasil match against Atlético-MG, where their physical and mental fatigue was evident in the goal conceded. Although signing a defender is not considered a priority, the topic is being discussed internally, and José Boto is evaluating options on the market.
Flamengo still has time to finalize new deals. The transfer window in Brazil opened on July 10th and will remain open until September 2nd. Despite this, the board believes that the sooner the reinforcements are finalized , the sooner coach Filipe Luís will be able to count on a full squad.
So far, the club has signed five players : Saúl Ñíguez and Samuel Lino, both from Atlético Madrid; Emerson Royal, a right-back from Milan; Jorginho, a former Arsenal midfielder, signed during the Club World Cup transfer window; and Jorge Carrascal, a Colombian midfielder from Dynamo Moscow, who is already in Rio and should be officially confirmed soon. With the transfer window open until early September, more news is expected in the coming days.
Mengão reached an agreement with Dynamo Moscow to sign the midfielder, but the Russian club did not send a document authorizing the official announcement.
02 Ago 2025 | 10:00 |
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Although he was the first signing by Flamengo in this transfer window, midfielder Jorge Carrascal was the last to show up in Rio de Janeiro . According to the 'GE' portal, the last document signed by the Russian club arrived at Flamengo late in the afternoon of this Friday (1st). With that, the official announcement of the player will be made in the coming days, after the conclusion of pending procedures with Atlético-MG.
The reason for the delay was that Dynamo Moscow, his former club, took too long to complete the necessary paperwork for the transfer . The Russian team only released the Colombian after signing Rubens from Atlético-MG as a replacement.
At Dynamo's request, Flamengo will participate in the payment to Atlético-MG for Rubens' acquisition. Thus, a significant portion of the €12 million (R$77 million) invested by Carrascal will go to the Minas Gerais club.
Despite being in Rio since Wednesday, Carrascal has not yet been regularized with the CBF, which prevents him from playing in the next matches — against Ceará, this Sunday (3), for the Brasileirão, and against Atlético-MG, Wednesday (7), for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The registration deadlines for both matches have already expired.
The Colombian's debut is scheduled for August 9th against Mirassol at Maracanã, in the final round of the first half of the Brazilian Championship . Having been training regularly and playing for Dinamo, Carrascal is expected to be available to Filipe Luís as soon as he is officially confirmed. He has already passed the medical exams but will only be able to train with the club after being registered.
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