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Renewed! Gerson agrees to extend his contract with Flamengo, but the signing will have to wait
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SAMPAOLI CLAIM FLAMENGO AS 'GREATEST IN THE WORLD' AND EXALT THE BRAZILIAN ABOVE LALIGA
The coach revealed how the Brazilian Championship has an impressive level of demand
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Without leading a team since September 2023, when he was fired by Flamengo shortly after the defeat in the Copa do Brasil decision, Jorge Sampaoli opened up about the experience he had in his third job in Brazilian football. The Argentine was in charge of Rubro-Negro for just over five months, and also coached Santos and Atlético-MG in Brazil.
Speaking in an interview with Spanish newspaper Marca, Sampaoli highlighted the level of demand of the Brasileirão, and did not hesitate to refer to Flamengo as “the biggest club in the world”.
“Brazil is the most demanding league I have participated in”, said the coach. “Ten thousand times more than the Spanish, for example. It's played every two days, you have to win always, always, always. Even more so in Flamengo. There is great popular demand at airports, in hotels, everything is very intense. Flamengo is the biggest club in the world, with 45 million fans. You can't lose a single game.”
The coach ended his time at Flamengo with 39 games played between April and September 2023.
There were 20 wins, 11 draws and eight defeats during the period, in a termination agreement that cost R$9.5 million to the red and black coffers.
“They evaluate you by the numbers. At Flamengo we got 70% of the points, but that wasn't enough. In Brazil, if you don't win, you have to leave. We lost the final (of the Copa do Brasil to São Paulo) and left. Losing teaches us, even more so if we have time to review our mistakes”, said the coach, who also responded about the reason why he still keeps Rio de Janeiro as his home.
“I did very well at Santos , at Atlético-MG and a little at Flamengo. My youngest children were born in Brazil, although my partner is Chilean. We adapted to Rio.”
When asked by the report if he would accept taking over a team in Brazilian football again, Sampaoli left the doors open.
“I would accept. I would also like to train in Europe or anywhere in the world where there is a serious and lasting project. In Brazil, the madness is excessive, and every three games they fire a coach. In Europe I notice a little more patience. There is a lot of urgency to win and playing is not valued.”
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Due to "security risks", BEPE issues an official statement banning Vasco x Flamengo in São Januário
Military Police reject Cruz-Maltino's request for the game to be held at the stadium, with or without a single crowd; Board will evaluate next steps
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The classic between Vasco and Flamengo will not be at São Januário . In an official statement, this Thursday (3), the Specialized Battalion for Policing in Stadiums (BEPE) refused the request of Cruz-Maltino for the game to be at the stadium. The entity, after all, alleges "security risks on the perimeter and inside the sports square" .
The decision was made based on the unit's strategic analyses that point to security risks.
"The SEPM Press Office informs that the command of the Specialized Battalion for Policing in Stadiums (BEPE) opposed the request of the Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama for the next classic between Vasco and Flamengo, scheduled for April 19, to be held at the São Januário Stadium. The decision was made based on the unit's strategic analyses that point to security risks on the perimeter and inside the sports arena in games of this nature" , says the statement.
BUT SO WHAT? WHERE WILL THE GAME BE?
Now, Vasco needs to decide where to host the classic match on April 19th. The CBF regulations prohibit the match from being transferred to another state, since the request for this must be made at least 20 days in advance. In addition, Nilton Santos will host a musical event on the same day and will not be able to host the match. A likely location would be Raulino de Oliveira, in Volta Redonda .
LAST MEETING BETWEEN THE TEAMS AT CRUZMALTINO STADIUM
It is worth remembering that the last match between the teams at São Januário, in 2017, ended in chaos. Flamengo won the match 1-0, and Vasco fans threw bombs and objects at the red-and-black players, who were unable to access the tunnel. There was also an attempt to invade the field and a confrontation with the Military Police.
Since then, the only derby at the stadium took place in 2020 without the presence of fans. The Cruzmaltino adopted the same stance in the Campeonato Carioca, when it took the first game of the semifinal to Engenhão, which Mais Querido won 1-0.
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Line-up! Flamengo announces Filipe Luís' starting 11 for the Copa Libertadores debut
Even with absences, the red-black coach takes to the field the same base that faced Internacional at Maracanã, for the Brasileirão
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Deportivo Táchira and Flamengo make their debut in the Conmebol Libertadores this Thursday, in the first round of Group C. The teams face each other at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Polideportivo de Pueblo Nuevo Stadium, in San Cristóbal, Venezuela.
To this end, Fla released the official lineup of the red-black team, defined by coach Filipe Luís.
Lineup: Rossi; Varela, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira, Ayrton Lucas; Pulgar, De la Cruz; Luiz Araujo, Cebolinha, Bruno Henrique and Michael.
Out: Arrascaeta (right thigh), Danilo (right thigh), Viña (right knee), Gerson (pain in left thigh), Pedro (physical reconditioning), Plata (fatigue, pharyngitis and fever), Wesley (physical exhaustion and myalgia).
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Denilson defines Flamengo as the main names in the Libertadores - Check it out
The former player evaluates the main candidates for the title of the South American competition and places Flamengo among the great competitors for the 2025 title
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Former player Denílson named his favorites for the 2025 Libertadores without hesitation. Even with a history linked to São Paulo and Palmeiras, he left both clubs out of the list of the main candidates for the title. For him, two teams stand out in the competition: Flamengo and Racing. During an appearance on "Globo Esporte" , Denílson was asked by Fred Bruno about his favorites for both the Libertadores and the South American. The former athlete surprised everyone by choosing an Argentine team alongside Rubro-Negro.
Now, in the Libertadores, Flamengo and Racing. I was surprised with Racing.”, replied Denílson.
RACING AS A SURPRISE AMONG THE FAVORITES
When asked about the likely champions, Denílson was direct . For the South American, he pointed to Atlético-MG and Huracán as the strongest teams. In the continent's main competition, he mentioned Mengão and Racing as the main contenders for the title. "Racing surprised me," he commented . The presence of the Argentine club on the list shows that the former player sees an evolution in the team, capable of competing for the trophy alongside the giants of South American football.
Palmeiras, which has been struggling in 2025, continues to seek stability. For Denílson, the team needs a positive result against Sporting Cristal, away from home, to start getting back on the winning track . "In addition to the result, they have to show attitude and organization on the field. Technically, some players need to improve. In the Brasileirão, against Botafogo, Palmeiras was unable to impose itself", he analyzed.
CLUBS HAVE DIFFICULTY
Another traditional Brazilian football club that is still trying to get going is São Paulo. Even after beating Talleres in Argentina, the team led by Zubeldía is still under pressure. Denílson stressed that another setback in the Brasileirão could increase the coach's instability. "This weekend we have Galo, a very strong team. São Paulo needs to play well to ensure more peace of mind for the team and for Zubeldía," he commented.
With the Libertadores taking shape, Brazilian clubs are moving to consolidate their position in the competition. CRF, mentioned among the favorites, has a recent history of good performances in the tournament and is seeking another continental title. Racing, considered a surprise in Denílson's analysis , also wants to establish itself in the competition. With a competitive squad, the Argentine team could be a dangerous opponent for Brazilian teams throughout the competition.
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