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17 Nov 2024 | 18:51 |
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The first proposal from Flamengo provided for a contract of just one year, accompanied by a salary increase of 50%. However, Rodolfo Landim presented a revised offer, which includes an automatic renewal for two additional years if specific targets are achieved. Among the stipulated objectives are the number of games as a starter, number of goals scored and winning titles. The changes aim to meet both the player's demands and the club's needs.
Since taking over as Flamengo coach, Filipe Luís has shown confidence in the potential of Gabigol. The coach publicly declared his desire to restore the striker's good performance and stated that he was in favor of renewal. Filipe Luís' support could be decisive in convincing the number 99 to remain at the club, although talks with Cruzeiro are still ongoing.
THE CASE COULD PROLONG INTO DECEMBER
Gabigol was removed by Flamengo's board after announcing that he had no intention of renewing his contract for 2025. This decision resulted in the striker's absence from the game against Atlético-MG. However, recent signs indicate that the scenario could change, and the player could be reinstated to the squad for Rubro-Negro's next match, against Cuiabá.
According to journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira, Gabigol has a chance of being included in the match against Cuiabá, scheduled for next Wednesday (20). However, there is no confirmation that he will be selected as a starter. The final decision will depend on an internal analysis and the player's performance in preparatory training.
THE IMPORTANCE BETWEEN THE SIDES < /b>
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After a serious injury suffered at the Club World Cup, the Chilean continues physiotherapy at the Mais Querido training center; Alex Sandro and the Italian are also recovering.
17 Set 2025 | 18:23 |
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Flamengo released this Wednesday (17) an update on the clinical condition of midfielder Erick Pulgar . The player suffered a serious injury in June, after a clash with Harry Kane during the Club World Cup round of 16 clash against Bayern Munich.
Pulgar had to be replaced immediately and taken to the hospital. After more than two months away, the Chilean returned to the club's Training Center , where he is undergoing physiotherapy work on the pitch.
Flamengo reported that, this Wednesday (17), all players trained on the field. Erick Pulgar continues with physiotherapy activities on the lawn, as previously announced . The athlete may return to the club next month.
Alex Sandro and Jorginho, also injured, are in the transition phase and are completing conditioning exercises under the supervision of physiotherapists. Both remain unavailable for Filipe Luís's squad. The rest of the group trained normally.
Flamengo takes the field this Wednesday (September 18th) at 9:30 pm at Maracanã Stadium to face Estudiantes in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Coach Filipe Luís is looking to lead the red-and-black team to the semifinals of the continental competition . In the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo leads with 50 points. The next match in the tournament will be on Sunday (September 21st) at 5:30 pm against Vasco da Gama.
The decisive classic takes place this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, with live broadcast on ESPN and Disney+, and teams with important returns and absences
17 Set 2025 | 18:00 |
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On the evening of this Thursday, September 18, Flamengo and Estudiantes face each other at the Maracanã Stadium , in Rio de Janeiro, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores 2025. The ball rolls at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), with live broadcast on ESPN and on Disney+ streaming.
Coach Filipe Luís will have important reinforcements for the match , with the return of Bruno Henrique, who was rested due to thigh discomfort, and full-back Varela, who has recovered from pubalgia and is training normally.
On the other hand, Jorginho , Alex Sandro, and Erick Pulgar are still undergoing treatment for injuries and are unlikely to be included in the squad. The likely starting lineup includes: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl, De La Cruz, and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro, and Samuel Lino . Coach: Filipe Luís.
STUDENTS' HIGHLIGHTS
Coach Eduardo Domínguez projects a tough match, but believes in the Argentine team's ability to achieve a good result away from home. Estudiantes had a solid campaign in the group stage and eliminated Cerro Porteño in the round of 16 , with three away wins and only one loss to Botafogo.
Despite being without Eric Meza and Joaquín Tobio Burgos, who are injured, Domínguez emphasized the need for physical and mental focus to create difficulties for Flamengo at the Maracanã. The likely starting lineup is: Muslera; Román Gómez, González Pírez, Facundo Rodríguez, and Arzamendía; Ascacíbar, Amondarain, Palacios, José Sosa, and Cetré; and Facundo Farías . Coach: Eduardo Domínguez.
The Argentine team begins training at Fluminense's training center and should play more defensively at Maracanã against Mengão this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm
17 Set 2025 | 15:15 |
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Estudiantes is already in Rio de Janeiro for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against Flamengo , scheduled for Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The Argentine team trained at Fluminense's facilities , preparing for the decisive duel.
Coach Eduardo Domínguez tested a more conservative formation, including an extra defensive midfielder in midfield, as a strategy to contain Flamengo's attacks. According to Radio Província 1270 in La Plata, the change could result in only one striker on the field , demonstrating a more solid defensive posture.
Estudiantes ' likely lineup for the clash includes: Muslera; Gómez, Nuñez, Rodríguez, Arzamendia; Ascacibar, Piovi, Amondarain, Medina, Tiago Palacios; Carrillo.
It's not yet clear whether Piovi will play as an extra midfielder or be replaced by Castro . Amondarain, despite being an attacking midfielder, could drop back and act as a third midfielder, depending on Domínguez's strategy in recent training sessions.
With the prospect of a more closed Argentine team, Flamengo, under the command of Filipe Luís, will have to work hard to break down Estudiantes' defense and seek a positive result in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.
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