Soccer
14 Out 2024 | 17:38 |
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La Liga, the Europa League and FIFPRO, the entity that represents professional football players, joined forces to file a formal complaint against FIFA to the European Commission. The reason for the complaint revolves around the creation and expansion of the Super Club World Cup, scheduled to take place in June 2025, in the United States. FIFA's proposal to hold this tournament in an expanded format, with the inclusion of more teams and a A calendar that many consider exhausting has generated strong opposition from several world football entities. The main argument of these organizations is that FIFA would be abusing its dominant position on the global football scene and compromising the balance between national and international competitions, by forcing the implementation of a tournament that, according to them, benefits few clubs and disrespects the calendar of many others.
Javier Tebas, president of La Liga, was one of the main voices against FIFA in this process. During his speech, he spared no criticism of football's highest entity, classifying FIFA's stance as "abusive" and highlighting that the organization is ignoring the negative effects that the new format can bring for world football. Tebas, known for his firm opinions and criticism of major decisions that affect European football, stated that the Club World Cup represents a threat to the financial and sporting balance of the national leagues. According to him, the creation of this tournament is a strategy by FIFA to increase control over club football, weakening leagues such as La Liga, Premier League, and Serie A, which have well-established domestic championships and generate substantial revenue for your clubs.
FLAMENGO FOLLOWS CLOSELY
FIFPRO also highlighted concerns about the impact that the Club World Cup could have on the physical and mental health of players. The organization had previously spoken out against the increase in the number of matches and competitions in a short space of time, emphasizing that the physical overload on athletes is reaching alarming levels. The inclusion of yet another global competition in the already crowded world football calendar could worsen this scenario, damaging the longevity of players' careers and compromising the technical level of the competitions. According to FIFPRO, FIFA is prioritizing its own commercial interests and neglecting the well-being of football's main protagonists: the athletes.
SUPER MUNDIAL COULD BE COMING CLOSE
In addition to La Liga and of FIFPRO, the Europa League, one of UEFA's most traditional club competitions, also expressed its dissatisfaction with the new FIFA tournament. The entity's president, Aleksander Čeferin, had already shown himself against the expansion of the Super Club World Cup, claiming that the competition weakens the prestige and relevance of continental tournaments, such as the Europa League and the Champions League. For Čeferin, FIFA is trying to centralize power in club football and destabilize the balanced ecosystem that exists between national leagues and continental competitions. He highlighted that the calendar is already saturated and that the inclusion of yet another major global tournament only intensifies the burden on clubs and players.
The complaint filed with the European Commission aims to investigate whether FIFA is violating European Union competition rules by promoting a tournament that could be considered a monopoly of international competitions. The entities involved in the complaint argue that FIFA is using its dominant position to force the implementation of the Club Super World Cup, without considering the negative impact on football as a whole. The European Commission, which has already investigated FIFA, on other occasions due to monopoly issues, can play a fundamental role in defining the next steps in this dispute between the organizations that govern world football.
With Fiorentina's approval and no pressure for a quick decision, the Argentine striker analyzes Mengão's proposal and shows himself increasingly inclined to play football.
01 Ago 2025 | 13:10 |
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Flamengo has made progress in negotiations to sign Lucas Beltrán . The Rio de Janeiro club reached an agreement with Fiorentina involving a fixed offer of €12 million, plus an additional €3 million tied to performance targets , totaling €15 million, equivalent to approximately R$95 million. Although the offer was accepted by the Italian club, the final decision rests with the striker.
According to information from the Italian press gathered by Gazeta do Urubu along with reporter Pablo Oliveira, the Argentine player has shown greater receptiveness to the idea of playing for Flamengo . Although he has not yet made a final decision, sources indicate that, if no relevant offers emerge from Europe in the coming days, Beltrán is likely to accept a transfer to Brazilian football.
Fiorentina, for its part, has adopted a respectful stance toward the player and will not force him to leave the club, leaving the decision to his discretion. Flamengo 's proposed plan focuses on the forward's potential for prominence in Brazil, as well as the international exposure the club offers.
The good moment experienced by the squad, with recent signings such as Samuel Lino, Emerson Royal and Saúl Ñíguez , reinforces the idea that South American football is increasingly competitive and attractive to names that previously prioritized the European scene.
Flamengo 's board understands that the decision requires caution and continues to wait calmly. Internally, there is optimism that the sporting offer will convince Lucas Beltrán to begin a new phase of his career in Brazil . If confirmed, the player will join other prominent names who have chosen to return to South America in search of immediate prominence.
The Mais Querido striker once again experienced tense moments on the field against the Minas Gerais team, but received unrestricted support from the coach.
01 Ago 2025 | 12:44 |
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Wallace Yan's intense stance became a topic of conversation again after the clash between Flamengo and Atlético-MG, last Thursday (31) , at Maracanã, for the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The 20-year-old striker received a yellow card for getting involved in an argument with opponents, including Lyanco, and was again the target of external criticism.
Despite this, coach Filipe Luís adopted a firm stance in his defense, highlighting his personality as a key factor in his performance on the field. In a press conference following the 1-0 defeat, Luís commented on the number 29's behavior and made it clear that he has no intention of suppressing his style of play.
" I think Wallace is the player he is because of his character and personality. It's him, his style. He doesn't have to change; he has to continue being him," the coach stated. He added that the athlete "ignites the game" and that his style can irritate opponents, but shouldn't be seen as a negative, as long as it doesn't cross the line into violence or insults on the field.
Wallace's yellow card was a result of an argument with Lyanco shortly after coming on in the second half. Furthermore, the striker was the target of taunts while recovering from a collision. After the match, striker Hulk tried to talk to Wallace , but things got heated and the youngster had to be removed by teammates.
The relationship between Hulk and Wallace had already been the subject of a conversation caught on camera during the previous match between the teams. At the time, the coach himself had already indicated that he was familiar with the Flamengo striker's profile.
Former Flamengo striker is one of the main names of the Merengue team, but he doesn't just want to be remembered for the things he does on the field.
01 Ago 2025 | 12:28 |
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Vinícius Júnior continues his remarkable career at Real Madrid . More than just titles and decisive goals, the striker's connection with the Spanish club is also strengthened by his vision of personal and social impact. Since joining Real Madrid in 2018, after excelling at Flamengo , Vini has accumulated historic moments—among them, goals in Champions League finals and winning every major competition.
Vini Jr on dreams: "My biggest dream is to leave a legacy that goes beyond football"
Recalling milestones in his career, the number 7 highlighted three defining moments : his debut for Flamengo , his transfer to Real Madrid, and his goals in the Champions League final. "Each of them shaped who I am as a player and as a person," he stated.
Off the field, Vinícius faces intense challenges. In addition to the demands of sport, he has faced recurring episodes of racism in Europe. According to him, the support of his family and friends has been crucial to maintaining his emotional balance: " Just being with the people who know me best ... helps clear my mind and recharge my batteries," he said.
In a recent interview, Vinícius Júnior revealed that his greatest goal is to transform the lives of young Brazilians through education. He is the founder of an institution that works in this field and considers this work a fundamental part of his legacy: "My biggest dream is to leave a legacy that goes beyond football, especially with all the work I'm doing through my Foundation to improve the education system in Brazil ," he declared.
Raised in São Gonçalo, Rio de Janeiro, the striker said he takes seriously the responsibility of being an inspiration to those who come from similar backgrounds: " Being a role model means setting the right example . I try to stay focused, humble, and remember where I come from."
Vinícius draws inspiration from the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James, Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, and Neymar, but points to his parents as his greatest role models: " Everything I do is to make them proud ." At 25, the forward has played 206 games and scored 61 goals for Real Madrid. Amidst discussions about his future, he remains focused on continuing to evolve as an athlete—and, most importantly, as an agent of social change.
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