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"IF A WINNER HAD TO COME OUT TODAY, IT WOULD BE FLAMENGO", SAYS BRUNO HENRIQUE ABOUT THE MATCH AGAINST PALMEIRAS

Flamengo and Palmeiras were 0-0 this Sunday (21), at Allianz Parque

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21 Abr 2024 | 18:23 |

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Flamengo remains undefeated in the Brazilian Championship. This Sunday (21), Mais Querido was 0-0 with Palmeiras, at Allianz Parque. Even playing away from home, the result did not leave Bruno Henrique satisfied. The striker assessed that Rubro-Negro deserved the victory and said that the opponents have 'extra motivation' against the biggest team in Brazil.


"Today another great game, I managed to play a good game, the team too. I think that's what the championship is, there's no easy game, we're going to have difficulty in every game, because everyone wants to beat Flamengo, but I think if there were to be a winner here today, it would be Flamengo", said Bruno Henrique, in an interview on the Allianz Parque lawn.


It is worth remembering that according to the broadcast of the match, Bruno Henrique was elected the best on the field in the match. The number 27 received good deep passes and bothered the Palmeiras defense on the left attacking side. However, the red-and-black idol was unable to score to leave Flamengo in the lead of the Brasileirão.


Now, the Red Bull Bragantino took the top of the table, with the same seven points as Flamengo, but with a greater number of goals scored (5 to 4). If the draw did not please Bruno Henrique, on the other hand, Rubro-Negro increased the number of games without losing at Allianz Parque to seven. Furthermore, Mais Querido remains undefeated this year.

UPCOMING GAMES


After the draw against Palmeiras, Flamengo will only think about the Brazilian Championship on Sunday (28), when they face Botafogo, at Maracanã, at 11am (Brasília time). First, however, Rubro-Negro goes to the altitude of La Paz to face Bolívar (BOL), in the third round of the Libertadores. The clash takes place at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) on Wednesday (24)


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Bruno Henrique explains Flamengo's drop in performance against Internacional

Scorer of the winning goal at Maracanã in the round of 16 of the Libertadores, the striker points to excessive haste as the reason for the drop in performance in the final stage

Bruno Henrique scores the winning goal for Flamengo against Internacional in the Libertadores and analyzes the drop in performance in the second half - photo: reproduction
Bruno Henrique scores the winning goal for Flamengo against Internacional in the Libertadores and analyzes the drop in performance in the second half - photo: reproduction

14 Ago 2025 | 00:27 |

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Flamengo beat Internacional 1-0 this Wednesday (13) , at Maracanã, and started with an advantage in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. Despite the positive result, striker Bruno Henrique assessed that the team lost performance in the second half and explained the reasons for the drop in intensity.


" In the second half, for the first 15 minutes , we want to score right away, and it ends up deviating a bit from what we planned at halftime. We end up being a bit exposed, and the opposing team scores a lot in the first half. In the second half, they have to open up to try to score," said the number 27.


"That's what happened against Internacional. They scored the whole time in the first half. We had more possession, more shots, and more through balls. We took possession in the first half, and in the second half, because we wanted to score quickly , we ended up opening up a bit. It's an area we have to improve on. Jorginho just told me that, so we have to try to improve even more in the first 15 minutes of the second half," he added.


STATISTICS SHOW DOMINANCE

The numbers back up the striker's assessment. In the first half, Flamengo largely controlled possession, registering 73% of the ball and eight shots on goal. In the second half, possession dropped to 59%, and the Rio de Janeiro team managed just two shots, compared to the Rio Grande do Sul club's four attempts.


Game sequence

With the victory, the red-black team needs only a draw in the second leg to guarantee a place in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. The decisive match will be next Wednesday (20), at the Beira-Rio Stadium, in Porto Alegre . Before that, the teams will face each other again next Sunday (17), for the Brazilian Championship, again in the capital of Rio Grande do Sul, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time).


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Carrascal debuts for Flamengo on a night with little light

The Colombian came on in the second half at the Maracanã, played 23 minutes of the game and showed consistent numbers in his first match with the mantle

Carrascal debuts for Mais Querido in the victory over Internacional in the Libertadores and presents consistent numbers in 23 minutes of play - photo: reproduction
Carrascal debuts for Mais Querido in the victory over Internacional in the Libertadores and presents consistent numbers in 23 minutes of play - photo: reproduction

14 Ago 2025 | 00:13 |

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Midfielder Jorge Carrascal made his debut for Flamengo this Wednesday (13), against Internacional , in a duel valid for the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. The Colombian player, who was already regularized, was related last Saturday (9), against Mirassol, but did not enter the field on that occasion.


The opportunity arose during the continental tournament. Carrascal replaced Gonzalo Plata in the 28th minute of the second half and remained on the field for 23 minutes, including stoppage time. Playing at the Maracanã, the athlete made his first appearances in an official match for the red-and-black jersey.


PERFORMANCE ACCORDING TO STATISTICS


According to SofaScore data, the rookie participated in 18 ball possession moves, making 12 passes, of which he completed eight—a 67% pass success rate. The Colombian also successfully dribbled, won four of ten duels , and made two important tackles.

With this participation, Carrascal became the last of the season's four reinforcements to enter the field, completing the list that already included the debuts of Samuel Lino, Emerson Royal and Saúl Ñíguez.


Game sequence

Flamengo will face Internacional again next Sunday (17), this time for the Brazilian Championship. Then, on the 20th, the teams will meet again for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores , which will decide who advances in the main club competition in South America.


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Flamengo defeats Internacional in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16

Mais Querido beat the Colorado team in the final of game 1, valid for the knockout stage of the most important competition in South America

Flamengo beat Internacional at Maracanã with a goal from Bruno Henrique and maintains a positive streak in the season - photo: reproduction
Flamengo beat Internacional at Maracanã with a goal from Bruno Henrique and maintains a positive streak in the season - photo: reproduction

13 Ago 2025 | 23:30 |

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Flamengo showed strength and organization from the opening whistle to defeat Internacional in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16, controlling the action against the Colorado team in a packed Maracanã stadium. Just 12 minutes in, Luiz Araújo nearly opened the scoring with a powerful shot saved by Rochet . The pressure continued, and Filipe Luís 's team maintained possession, preventing the Gauchos from creating opportunities.


The reward came in the 27th minute: a corner kick from Luiz Araújo found Bruno Henrique , who rose above the Colorado defense and headed the ball firmly into the right corner, opening the scoring. The offensive dominance continued until halftime, but without extending the lead, while Rossi didn't have to work in the first 45 minutes.


SECOND HALF HAS A DROP IN PACE


In the final stage, the pace of the match slowed, and Internacional managed to balance the action more , but with little effectiveness. The coach made changes to revive the team, bringing on Everton, Carrascal, and Pedro, among others.

The red-and-black defense, well-positioned, managed to neutralize the opposing attempts. Rossi was solid on the few occasions he was called upon, including with crosses and shots from mid-range. Up front, Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo continued to try to extend the lead, but their chances failed to convert.


FLAMENGO'S NEXT COMMITMENT

Next Sunday (17), Flamengo will face Internacional again, this time for the Brazilian Championship. Soon after, the return match on the day (20), for the most important competition in South America.



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