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Journalist criticizes the performance of Flamengo's new players: "They are below par"
04 Set 2025 | 12:47
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26 Nov 2023 | 09:33 |
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This Sunday (26), Flamengo will be back at the Parque do Sabiá Stadium, in Uberlândia (MG), to face the home team, América-MG. The match may even be for the Brazilian Championship, but the oldest fan, or one who is aware of the club's history, cannot help but remember a specific game in this location: Flamengo
On one side was the 'Best attack in the world', which was how the red-black trio Sávio, Romário and Edmundo were known. On that occasion, it was no different and Mais Querido overpowered the 'hermanos' 3-0. But there was an unexpected aspect. competition, now extinct, took the Rio team and the Argentines to the stadium, impressing many when the pitch became almost a boxing ring.
Zandoná and Edmundo started a general fight between the teams when they started exchanging aggression. The moment was so powerful that it is still remembered today, almost 30 years later. The Red-Black Nation, nowadays, has that night printed on flags, shirts and caps. But what happened.
First, it should be noted that Veléz, at the time, was one of the biggest - if not the biggest - Argentine teams. This came from a sequence of titles: Argentine in 1993, Libertadores in 1994, over two-time champions São Paulo, and the Club World Cup, in the same season, against Milan. Thus, their fans did not feel afraid facing Flamengo, even changing the nickname of their attack to 'Worst attack in the world'.
However, this joke was not translated onto the field and in the first game of the 1995 Super Cup semi-final, Mengão won 3-2, coming from behind, in Buenos Aires, with goals from Edmundo, Sávio and Rodrigo Mendes. Already in this first clash, our two protagonists of the iconic fight began to exchange barbs.
In the return game, at Parque Sabiá, it was a ball for Flamengo: Pellegrino scored after a cross from Sávio, Edmundo combined with Romário to expand and Baixinho closed the score, still with many minutes left in the game. clock.
With the game resolved, Zandoná stated that Edmundo "twerked and provoked" the Vélez team. In one of the moves, he made a mistake and was slapped by Edmundo. The full-back returned the aggression: a straight left, from behind, that knocked the Brazilian down. The Argentine's punch was responded to with a flyer from Romário. From then on, it turned into a fight.
Flamengo fans also made flags, but to a provocation in the 2021 Libertadores game. An organized Rubro-negros fan took advantage of the Libertadores match that year and displayed flags at Maracanã that recalled Rodrigo Mendes' dribble that left Zadoná on the ground, in Flamengo's third goal, and the flying by Romário seconds after the defender landed a punch that took Edmundo to the ground.
The 20-year-old striker, who was considered a bet by Filipe Luís, has only taken to the field twice since the elimination against the Minas Gerais team.
04 Set 2025 | 15:55 |
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Young Wallace Yan, considered one of Flamengo's promising prospects , is going through a difficult time at the club. The striker had been receiving attention and good opportunities, but things changed after the team's elimination from the Copa do Brasil against Atlético-MG , when he missed a penalty kick.
According to GE, after this incident, the athlete lost his place in Filipe Luís's squad . He was included in the next six games, but only saw action twice, totaling 16 minutes of play.
Besides the missed penalty, other factors explain Wallace Yan 's reduced presence. Samuel Lino's consolidation on the left wing and Pedro's physical recovery have increased competition in the attack . As a result, the 20-year-old, previously considered the coach's "darling," is experiencing a period of reduced prominence.
The squad was given a day off after the draw with Grêmio at Maracanã and will return to Ninho do Urubu on Friday. The next game is on September 14 (Sunday) against Juventude in Caxias do Sul.
So, after the FIFA World Cup break, the team returns to action. This break could be an opportunity for Wallace Yan to work on his mental and physical health , aiming to regain the coaching staff's trust and fight for minutes again.
The Mais Querido striker was called up by Carlo Ancelotti to replace Matheus Cunha and could have his first minutes wearing the Brazilian National Team shirt.
04 Set 2025 | 15:35 |
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This Thursday's (4) clash between Brazil and Chile , valid for the penultimate round of the Qualifiers, could mark Samuel Lino's debut with the National Team's shirt. The Mais Querido striker was called up by Carlo Ancelotti after Matheus Cunha's injury. The match will be played at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã.
In an interview with CBF TV, the left winger expressed surprise at the unexpected call-up. " It was a surprise, because the call-up had already been made, and unfortunately, Matheus got injured, " said Samuel Lino , expressing joy at the opportunity.
According to the player, the call-up was received in an unusual way while he was in the concentration for the match against Grêmio, last Sunday (31), for Brasileirão Betano. He revealed that the news came through a friend during his rest.
“ I said, 'Why are you sending this?' Then he said, 'You've been called up.' I said, 'Are you crazy? What are you talking about? ' Soon after, he added, "I looked at it and said, 'That's a lie.' I was so happy," the athlete declared.
Samuel Lino also highlighted the advice he received from more experienced teammates who have already worn the national team jersey. Danilo and Alex Sandro, players with extensive international experience , shared tips for the striker to make the most of his current situation.
" Danilo said the people here are relaxed, and he also talked about the situation of speaking. Alex Sandro also gave me some tips ," the striker commented in a relaxed tone. Now, the expectation is to see if Samuel Lino will get the chance to step onto the field and begin his career with the national team in front of the fans at Maracanã.
Player is tried at the STJD for alleged match-fixing, reaffirms his innocence and receives support from Mengão during the session in Rio de Janeiro
04 Set 2025 | 15:07 |
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Flamengo striker Bruno Henrique was tried this Thursday (4) by the 1st Disciplinary Committee of the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD), in Rio de Janeiro. Accused of alleged participation in manipulation of results linked to sports betting , the player made a brief statement and declared confidence in the court.
"Good afternoon, President. Good afternoon everyone. I would like to reaffirm my innocence and say that I trust the Sports Court. I never committed the offenses I'm accused of . My lawyers are here and will speak for me during my defense. I want to show my respect and complete trust in the Court and wish everyone an excellent trial. May everything proceed smoothly and fairly. Good afternoon everyone," said the player.
The session lasted about three hours and concluded with the Disciplinary Committee's decision to keep the case ongoing. The athlete's defense requested recognition of the 60-day statute of limitations from the time the complaint was filed by the Superior Court of Justice (STJD ) Prosecutor's Office, but the request was denied.
Attorney Michel Asseff Filho emphasized Flamengo 's support for the striker. " Flamengo reiterates its position of compliance with the rules and its complete condemnation of any act of match-fixing. That's exactly why Flamengo is here: to show support for its athlete. And to ensure that, at the end of this process, we achieve justice. To date, perhaps never before in a match-fixing case like this has a club stood by its athlete. That's why Flamengo is here," he stated.
The trial began with a reading of the Prosecutor's Office's complaint and the report by reporting auditor Alcino Guedes, which included excerpts of messages exchanged between Bruno Henrique and his brother, Wander. The defenses of Claudinei Vitor and Douglas Ribeiro, friends of Wander, were also considered, arguing that the statute of limitations had expired.
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