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Flamengo reaches 52.9% chance of winning the Brasileirão; see updated table
29 Set 2025 | 18:01
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10 Jul 2025 | 09:54 |
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On the eve of his debut as Bayer Leverkusen manager, Erik ten Hag tried to contain his excitement surrounding his first match. The Dutch coach will make his debut against Flamengo's under-20 team in a friendly during the German club's preseason in Rio de Janeiro . Despite the high expectations, the coach made it clear that results are not his priority at this point.
Ten Hag on friendly between Bayer Leverkusen and Flamengo: "We don't expect much from just two or three training sessions"
"We don't expect much from just two or three training sessions," said ten Hag, highlighting the short preparation time , adapting to the time zone, and integrating new players as the main challenges. He said the match will serve as a first step in implementing his philosophy.
Bayer Leverkusen will use the Ninho do Urubu facilities during their ten-day preseason in Brazil. For ten Hag, the friendly against Flamengo's U-20s will be an initial opportunity to test game concepts , even without performance requirements. "We'll play there and, of course, we'll communicate our philosophy and apply some game principles in that match. And after that, we'll see what the result will be," the coach added.
The preseason in Rio de Janeiro also marks the beginning of a symbolic partnership between Bayer Leverkusen and Flamengo . For the club's directors, the initiative strengthens the ties between two global football brands. Mengão already had good relations with Bayern Munich and continues to expand its presence in the German market.
"We're excited to begin our intense preparations in an exciting and completely new environment. The weather this time of year is favorable, and the training conditions at Flamengo are excellent . Furthermore, the passion for football in this country is unparalleled and inspiring," said Simon Rolfes, Leverkusen's sporting director.
Flamengo president Luiz Eduardo Baptista also highlighted the importance of the German presence at the Flamengo training center: "We welcome Bayer 04 Leverkusen here in Rio de Janeiro. For Flamengo, the visit represents an excellent opportunity to bring together two strong global Flamengo brands that represent modern and attractive football," said Bap.
The Brazilian midfielder scored in his fifth match for the Saudi club and started the entire 90 minutes in the match against Al Duhail
29 Set 2025 | 20:13 |
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Midfielder Matheus Gonçalves, revealed by Flamengo , scored his first goal for Al Ahli this Monday (29), in the 2-2 draw against Al Duhail-CAT, for the Asian Champions League. The player, who started the match as a starter, played during the 90 minutes for the second consecutive game.
The goal came in the 42nd minute of the first half, with Al Duhail leading 1-0. From the right wing, Matheus cut onto his left foot and took a shot . The ball deflected off the opposing defense and ended up in the goalkeeper's corner, ensuring the equalizer.
After the young Brazilian's goal, Al Ahli turned the game around with former Manchester City player Riyad Mahrez. However, early in the second half, Piatek, a Polish striker with experience in European football, leveled the score again, making it 2-2.
Earlier, Edmilson Júnior had opened the scoring for the home side in the 25th minute of the first half . The result kept both teams in contention for qualification in the continental tournament.
Matheus Gonçalves started the season in Flamengo 's first team, but failed to make the cut due to stiff competition for his position. He played 15 games and scored two goals for the senior team. Seeking more playing time, he requested a return to the U-20s , where he was part of the victorious Intercontinental Cup campaign against Barcelona of Spain.
Direct confrontation for the title of Brasileirão 2025, scheduled for Thursday (2), already registers great demand and sold out sectors; tickets vary
29 Set 2025 | 18:40 |
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Flamengo reported that more than 45,000 tickets have already been sold for the match against Cruzeiro, this Thursday (October 2), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The match is valid for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship and pits the leaders and runners-up of Serie A against each other.
The North, West, East (upper and lower), and part of the South sectors are sold out, with only a few tickets remaining. For the general public, tickets start at R$100 for a full price.
Flamengo heads into the round as the clear leader with 54 points, while Cabuloso is second with 50 points. The result could narrow the gap between the teams or widen the red-and-black's lead in the title race.
Ticket sales began on Tuesday the 2nd, exclusively for Flamengo members. In addition to priority seating, members received special discounts. Tickets were released to the general public on Thursday the 18th. Cruzeiro visiting fans will have exclusive seating in the South B section of the Maracanã.
CBF confirms Ramon Abatti Abel to referee in direct duel for the leadership of the 2025 Brazilian Championship, scheduled for Thursday (2), at Maracanã
29 Set 2025 | 18:18 |
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Flamengo already knows who will be in charge of the whistle in the decisive match against Cruzeiro , next Thursday (October 1st), for the 26th round of the 2025 Brazilian Championship. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed that 36-year-old Santa Catarina native Ramon Abatti Abel will be the referee of the match . The assistants and the VAR team are yet to be announced by the entity.
Ramon Abatti Abel has played 20 matches in national tournaments this season. In 2025, he refereed five Flamengo matches and only one Cruzeiro match. Interestingly, both Flamengo and Raposa have won all their matches under the referee's direction.
The only Cruzeiro match refereed by Ramon this year was the 2-0 victory over Atlético-MG on August 27, in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals, at Arena MRV. Flamengo beat Botafogo 3-1 in the Supercopa do Brasil on February 2 , at Mangueirão, in Belém, also refereed by the Santa Catarina native.
Coach Filipe Luís spoke about the importance of the match against Cruzeiro and emphasized that, despite the decisive nature of the match, the points are worth the same as in any other round. " Now we have a direct rival in the next game, which is Cruzeiro, and these are three very important points , just like today. This championship is very difficult," he stated.
He recalled the criticism he received after the draw with Vasco, emphasizing the tournament's unpredictability. " We drew with Vasco last week, and everyone said Flamengo was awful. But today Vasco beat Cruzeiro, who are fighting for the title. These things show how competitive the championship is," he said after the game against Corinthians .
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