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"I FELT HIM BEAT DOWN, CORNERED", SAYS JOURNALIST WHO INTERVIEWED GABIGOL

André Hernan talks behind the scenes of the interview with the attacker after the controversy over the Corinthians shirt

22 Mai 2024 | 09:30 |

Gabigol is not having one of his best moments at Flamengo. After having a photo leaked wearing a Corinthians shirt and becoming aware of the negative repercussions, the attacker gave an interview to recant and apologize for what happened. André Hernan, the journalist responsible for the article, told the behind-the-scenes chat with the player.

— I've known Gabigol since he was at Santos, working his way up to the professional ranks. I've interviewed him several times, but for the first time, I felt he was cornered, dejected. He was a different Gabigol from the hard-working Gabigol, from the player who is a champion, who has personality. He maintained his personality. He spoke and spoke firmly, but I felt that he was a little down and wanted to open his heart and, in fact, apologize to the fans – declared André Hernan, on the program 'Arena SBT'.

Gabigol conceded interview with the journalist last Sunday (19). If at first the attacker denied having worn a Corinthians shirt at a party, now the player has confirmed that he did so. In this way, the athlete apologized to the red and black fans and stressed that he wants to continue writing history with the Sacred Mantle.

GABIGOL IN THE ARMS OF THE FANS IN MANAUS

< After everything that happened, Gabigol had his first meeting with the Nation last Tuesday (21). As soon as he arrived in Manaus, the athlete's reception was the best possible. This is because, at the hotel door, Flamengo's now number 99 shirt was applauded by the Red and Blacks present and, with that, the attacker reciprocated the affection by passing through the guardrail, taking photos and distributing autographs to the fans.

< p>GABIGOL AT DISPOSAL

With Gabigol available, Flamengo faces Amazonas, in the second leg of the third phase of the Copa do Brasil. The clash takes place at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena da Amazônia, in Manaus.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

"I FELT HIM BEAT DOWN, CORNERED", SAYS JOURNALIST WHO INTERVIEWED GABIGOL