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With a perfect assist from Igor Jesus, Pedro didn't waste the opportunity and found the net
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In the last match against Amazonas, Flamengo demonstrated the importance of having a versatile squad capable of adapting to different scenarios during the game. The entry of Luiz Araújo, Viña and Igor Jesus in the second half was decisive for the team's change of pace, resulting in a crucial victory.
Shirt number 7, Luiz Araújo, was one of the highlights after coming on field. With three clear opportunities to open the scoring, Araújo showed skill and agility, constantly challenging the opposing defense. Despite not being able to convert his chances into goals, his offensive presence was undeniable, forcing the Amazonas goalkeeper to make difficult and repeated saves.
Full-back Viña also played a key role in the match. Demonstrating precision in crossing and efficiency in overtaking, he was one of the main people responsible for maintaining pressure on Amazonas' defense. His ability to advance and create opportunities was essential to unbalance the game in favor of Flamengo. One of his accurate crosses almost resulted in a goal, showing that the team can count on him to provide quality on the flanks.
< In midfield, Igor Jesus proved to be a key element in building plays. His ability to help get the ball out and distribute the game intelligently was remarkable. Furthermore, Igor Jesus was responsible for the assist that resulted in Pedro's decisive goal. His vision of the game and ability to make the ball reach the attackers with precision were crucial to Flamengo's success in the match.The squad arrived in Curitiba late this Saturday afternoon (15) for the match against Athletico-PR, at Arena da Baixada
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The Flamengo delegation arrived in Curitiba late this Saturday afternoon (15) for the match against Athletico-PR, at Arena da Baixada. The ball will roll on Sunday, at 4pm (Brasília time), for the ninth round of the competition. One of the players most liked by the fans was striker Pedro, who may not be a starter, as he became doubtful for the duel.
This will be the first time that Flamengo will play in Paraná in 2024. In the last duel at Arena da Baixada, Mengão ended up losing to Athletico-PR by 2-1, goals from Vitor Roque and Erick, coming from behind. Fla opened the scoring with Gabigol, from a penalty, in the first half. As Coritiba fell to Series B, Flamengo will only return to the state if they face CAP in a national or continental knockout stage.
According to GE, the likely lineup for Tite's Flamengo to duel against Athletico do Cuca is made up of: Agustín Rossi; Wesley, Fabrício Bruno, David Luiz and Léo Pereira; Léo Ortiz, Gerson and Lorran; Luiz Araújo, Bruno Henrique and Pedro (Gabigol). In theory, the same base that beat Grêmio 2-1 at the Maracanã stadium.
On July 12, 2023, Flamengo visited Athletico-PR for the second leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil. In the first leg, Mengão had already won 2-1, goals from Pedro and Bruno Henrique, but that was in Rio de Janeiro. However, in the second match, those still led by Jorge Sampaoli triumphed 2-0 at Arena da Baixada: goals from Erick (own goal) and Gabigol.
Teams face each other in a duel valid for the Brasileirão
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This Sunday, June 16, Athletico-PR and Flamengo face each other at 4pm (Brasília time) at the Ligga Arena, in Curitiba, in one of the most anticipated games of the 9th round of the Brazilian Championship. The duel promises to be exciting, pitting Furacão, currently in 4th place, against Mengão, the isolated leader of the competition.
The match will be broadcast live throughout Brazil. Fans will be able to follow the game through Cazé TV, YouTube, Furacão Play (streaming service) and TV Globo, in different regions of the country: Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santos, Minas Gerais (except Araxá, Ituiutaba, Uberaba and Uberlândia), Mato Grosso, Maranhão, Paraíba, Rio Grande do Norte, Sergipe, Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Pará, Rondônia, Roraima and the Federal District.
Flamengo has been carrying out an excellent campaign in the Brasileirão 2024. In eight rounds played, Mengão won 5 wins, 2 draws and suffered just one defeat. With the same 17 points as Bahia, the Cariocas lead the championship based on the tiebreaker criteria.
Location: Ligga Arena, Curitiba (PR)
ATHLETICO-PR: Léo Linck; Leo Godoy, Kaique Rocha, Thiago Heleno and Esquivel; Fernandinho and Erick; Nikão, Zapelli and Christian; Mastriani. Coach: Cuca.
FLAMENGO: Rossi; Wesley, Fabricio Bruno, David Luiz and Léo Pereira; Léo Ortiz and Gerson; Luiz Araújo Lorran and Bruno Henrique; Pedro. Coach: Tite.
Referee: Anderson Daronco (Fifa-RS)
< p>Assistants: Tiago Augusto Kappes Diel (RS) and Michael Stanislau (RS)VAR: Daiane Muniz (Fifa-SP)
The release of VAR audios by the CBF is a practice that has been adopted to increase transparency in arbitration decisions
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The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) recently released the audio of the communication between the video refereeing team (VAR) and referee Ramon Abatti Abel, referring to a controversial move that occurred during the first half of the game, involving the attacker Pedro and the Amazonas goalkeeper. The decision not to award a penalty generated controversy among fans and sports commentators.
The episode happened when Pedro, shirt 9, advanced towards the goal and was intercepted by the opposing goalkeeper. In a tight contest, the goalkeeper apparently hit Pedro's leg. However, referee Ramon Abatti Abel decided not to award the foul, which caused immediate repercussions.
The VAR team continued the review and reaffirmed that the goalkeeper's priority it was the ball. "Ball, ball, ball, and then there's contact due to the fight, for space, for the ball," they added. After this analysis, they concluded that the bid was normal. "Everything checked, normal," concluded the VAR referee.
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