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Flamengo reaches 52.9% chance of winning the Brasileirão; see updated table
29 Set 2025 | 18:01
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29 Jul 2025 | 20:41 |
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Flamengo has officially signed 25-year-old striker Samuel Lino in a deal that has gone down in club history . With an investment of approximately €22 million , the equivalent of R$143 million, the player arrives in Rio de Janeiro as the most expensive acquisition ever made by the Mais Querido.
The player, who belonged to Atlético de Madrid, is already in the capital of Rio de Janeiro, but has not yet been officially presented by the red-black club. The presentation will take place before the game against Atlético-MG , for the Copa do Brasil on Thursday (31). Meanwhile, the Spanish team thanked the Brazilian for his time there, highlighting his dedication and evolution during the period in which he defended Atleti.
Although the signing is a source of anticipation, returning to the Rio de Janeiro club isn't a first for the player. Samuel Lino was born at São Bernardo and had a brief loan spell with Flamengo 's under-20 team, being part of the squad that won the São Paulo Junior Football Cup in 2018.
The left winger's career gained momentum in Portugal, where he excelled with Gil Vicente. His strong performance caught the attention of Atlético Madrid, who signed him. He then spent a season on loan at Valencia, establishing himself as a key player . In the 2023/24 season, under Diego Simeone, Samuel made 47 appearances for Atlético, scoring four goals and providing six assists.
The arrival of Samuel Lino represents Flamengo 's investment in a player with international experience and a profile that fits the club's attacking style. With speed, skill, and the ability to play in various attacking positions, the reinforcement promises to add technical value and expand the options for Filipe Luís's squad.
The Brazilian midfielder scored in his fifth match for the Saudi club and started the entire 90 minutes in the match against Al Duhail
29 Set 2025 | 20:13 |
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Midfielder Matheus Gonçalves, revealed by Flamengo , scored his first goal for Al Ahli this Monday (29), in the 2-2 draw against Al Duhail-CAT, for the Asian Champions League. The player, who started the match as a starter, played during the 90 minutes for the second consecutive game.
The goal came in the 42nd minute of the first half, with Al Duhail leading 1-0. From the right wing, Matheus cut onto his left foot and took a shot . The ball deflected off the opposing defense and ended up in the goalkeeper's corner, ensuring the equalizer.
After the young Brazilian's goal, Al Ahli turned the game around with former Manchester City player Riyad Mahrez. However, early in the second half, Piatek, a Polish striker with experience in European football, leveled the score again, making it 2-2.
Earlier, Edmilson Júnior had opened the scoring for the home side in the 25th minute of the first half . The result kept both teams in contention for qualification in the continental tournament.
Matheus Gonçalves started the season in Flamengo 's first team, but failed to make the cut due to stiff competition for his position. He played 15 games and scored two goals for the senior team. Seeking more playing time, he requested a return to the U-20s , where he was part of the victorious Intercontinental Cup campaign against Barcelona of Spain.
Direct confrontation for the title of Brasileirão 2025, scheduled for Thursday (2), already registers great demand and sold out sectors; tickets vary
29 Set 2025 | 18:40 |
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Flamengo reported that more than 45,000 tickets have already been sold for the match against Cruzeiro, this Thursday (October 2), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The match is valid for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship and pits the leaders and runners-up of Serie A against each other.
The North, West, East (upper and lower), and part of the South sectors are sold out, with only a few tickets remaining. For the general public, tickets start at R$100 for a full price.
Flamengo heads into the round as the clear leader with 54 points, while Cabuloso is second with 50 points. The result could narrow the gap between the teams or widen the red-and-black's lead in the title race.
Ticket sales began on Tuesday the 2nd, exclusively for Flamengo members. In addition to priority seating, members received special discounts. Tickets were released to the general public on Thursday the 18th. Cruzeiro visiting fans will have exclusive seating in the South B section of the Maracanã.
CBF confirms Ramon Abatti Abel to referee in direct duel for the leadership of the 2025 Brazilian Championship, scheduled for Thursday (2), at Maracanã
29 Set 2025 | 18:18 |
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Flamengo already knows who will be in charge of the whistle in the decisive match against Cruzeiro , next Thursday (October 1st), for the 26th round of the 2025 Brazilian Championship. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed that 36-year-old Santa Catarina native Ramon Abatti Abel will be the referee of the match . The assistants and the VAR team are yet to be announced by the entity.
Ramon Abatti Abel has played 20 matches in national tournaments this season. In 2025, he refereed five Flamengo matches and only one Cruzeiro match. Interestingly, both Flamengo and Raposa have won all their matches under the referee's direction.
The only Cruzeiro match refereed by Ramon this year was the 2-0 victory over Atlético-MG on August 27, in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals, at Arena MRV. Flamengo beat Botafogo 3-1 in the Supercopa do Brasil on February 2 , at Mangueirão, in Belém, also refereed by the Santa Catarina native.
Coach Filipe Luís spoke about the importance of the match against Cruzeiro and emphasized that, despite the decisive nature of the match, the points are worth the same as in any other round. " Now we have a direct rival in the next game, which is Cruzeiro, and these are three very important points , just like today. This championship is very difficult," he stated.
He recalled the criticism he received after the draw with Vasco, emphasizing the tournament's unpredictability. " We drew with Vasco last week, and everyone said Flamengo was awful. But today Vasco beat Cruzeiro, who are fighting for the title. These things show how competitive the championship is," he said after the game against Corinthians .
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