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26 Set 2025 | 00:00 |
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Flamengo is in the semifinals of the CONMEBOL Libertadores . In a tight match in Argentina, the Red-Blacks drew with Estudiantes on aggregate and won on penalties , with goalkeeper Rossi standing out, saving Ascacíbar's shot and sealing qualification.
The penalty shootout was evenly matched. Léo Pereira, Carrascal, Luiz Araújo, and Jorginho converted their penalties for Flamengo , while Cetré and José Sosa scored for the Argentines. Benedetti was saved by Rossi, and Ascacíbar had his penalty saved by the Flamengo goalkeeper, who established himself as the hero of the night.
Throughout the 90 minutes, Estudiantes pressured Flamengo 's attacking play, created chances, and even scored, but the goal was disallowed by VAR. The Rio de Janeiro team responded late in the first half, when Saúl hit the post and forced Muslera to work on other shots . In the second half, Flamengo controlled possession more but also suffered dangerous counterattacks.
With qualification secured, Flamengo will face Racing from Argentina in the Libertadores semifinals. On the other side of the bracket, Palmeiras awaits the winner of the match between São Paulo and LDU. Flamengo arrives in high spirits and is confident in its squad's performance and Rossi's reliability in goal to continue advancing in the continental tournament.
While observing the future of Gabriel Jesus and monitoring Bento in the transfer market, Flamengo faces Estudiantes seeking a place in the Libertadores semifinals
25 Set 2025 | 21:24 |
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On Thursday night (25), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), Flamengo returns to the field to face Estudiantes de La Plata , in Argentina, for the second leg of the quarterfinals of the Conmebol Libertadores.
After winning the first leg at Maracanã 2-1, the Rubro-Negro team needs a draw to advance to the semifinals. If they qualify, they will face Racing. In the other group, Palmeiras awaits the winner of the match between São Paulo and LDU.
Alongside tonight's crucial match, Flamengo is closely monitoring Gabriel Jesus' future at Arsenal. The club is considering opening transfer negotiations in the 2026 transfer window . At 28, the striker sees the opportunity to return to Brazilian football as a positive, especially in a World Cup year , to try to regain his place in the Brazilian national team.
Already thinking about assembling its squad for next season, Flamengo is also monitoring the market for a goalkeeper. One of the names being discussed behind the scenes is Bento, currently with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia. The Brazilian has lost ground after failing to make it and is considering a change of scenery to increase his chances of being called up for the next World Cup.
According to information gathered by journalist Jorge Nicola, Bento's high salary at Al-Nassr, around R$3 million per month , is the main obstacle to a potential negotiation. Currently, no player on the Flamengo roster earns this amount. Even so, the goalkeeper remains on the radar as a potential reinforcement for the next cycle.
With an advantage in the aggregate score, Mengão announces the starting lineup for the decisive game against the Argentines in the Conmebol Libertadores 2025
25 Set 2025 | 20:20 |
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Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday (25) to face Estudiantes at the Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in La Plata, Argentina, for the second leg of the quarterfinals of the Conmebol Libertadores 2025. After winning the first leg at the Maracanã by 2-1 , Rubro-Negro only needs a draw away from home to guarantee a place in the semifinals.
The Argentines, on the other hand, need to win by two or more goals to advance in regulation. If they win by the narrowest of margins, the match will be decided on penalties. Estudiantes are initially expected to adopt a defensive posture.
Coach Filipe Luís confirmed his starting lineup for the decisive match. Flamengo will field: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Jorginho, Saúl, Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino, and Pedro . Estudiantes, in turn, will have the support of their fans in La Plata to try to overturn the deficit and secure a spot in the semifinals.
The match will be exclusively broadcast on ESPN on pay TV and on Disney+ streaming . Kick-off is at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), with pre-match coverage starting at 9:15 PM. Former Flamengo player Zinho will be one of the match commentators.
Estudiantes will have one confirmed absence for the rematch with Flamengo . Left-back Leandro González Pírez is still recovering in the medical department and is out of the match . Meanwhile, forward Edwuin Cetré is racing against time to be available for coach Eduardo Domínguez.
Gabriel Jesus has sparked interest from Mengão for the January 2026 transfer window and sees a return to Brazil as a chance to return to the national team.
25 Set 2025 | 19:52 |
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Flamengo is closely monitoring Gabriel Jesus' situation at Arsenal and is considering opening negotiations to sign him in the next transfer window, in January 2026. At 28 years old, the striker considers the opportunity to return to Brazilian football to be positive, especially since it is a World Cup year.
According to journalist Ekrem Konur, Arsenal has not ruled out negotiating the player signed from Manchester City in 2022. Gabriel Jesus played 96 matches for the London club, scoring 26 goals and providing 20 assists.
For the Brazilian national team, he has played 64 games and scored 19 goals, but has not played for the national team since November 2023. The athlete's expectation is that a return to Brazil could increase his chances of being called up by Carlo Ancelotti for the World Cup cycle.
Gabriel Jesus underwent surgery on the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in January 2025 and has yet to return to action. Arsenal even withdrew him from the Champions League group stage due to his recovery . He is expected to return to action in October of this year.
With a contract valid until June 2027, the striker was valued by the English club at 30 million euros (approximately R$187.7 million) at the end of August. Despite inquiries from Palmeiras and other European clubs, no official offer has been presented to date.
In June, Gabriel Jesus used Palmeiras' facilities to train, but this did not result in a formal offer. In October 2024, the São Paulo club attempted to sign him, but the negotiation was blocked by coach Mikel Arteta . Now, Flamengo has emerged as an interested party and is monitoring the situation to evaluate a possible offer in January 2026.
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