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We just have to wait and see how this story will unfold on the pitch.
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Bolívar's coach, Flávio Robatto, shed light on his team's next clash against Flamengo, highlighting the immense difficulty that awaits the Bolivians. In statements prior to the match, Robatto emphasized the red and black's imperative need to win.
"It will be a very, very difficult challenge. The (Flamengo) team is in great need, they are forced to win ", stated Robatto. These words, full of caution and respect for the opponent, reflect the magnitude of the challenge that Bolívar will face.
The coach recognized Flamengo's power, describing them as having the best squad on the continent. Such recognition highlights the awareness of the technical and tactical superiority that the Rio club brings to the confrontation. Robatto does not underestimate the task that lies ahead of his team, making it clear that the battle goes beyond the field of play.
"It will not only be a football challenge, because we will probably be classified when the match ends, but a challenge for glory", explained the coach. His analysis points to the duality of the clash: while Bolívar may already be guaranteed an advanced position in the competition, Flamengo seeks more than points - it aims to affirm its greatness and restore its wounded pride.
In addition, Robatto highlighted the emotional aspect of the clash for his players, highlighting the determination and ambition that permeate the Bolivian squad. "It's an emotional challenge for the players, who are eager to show that they can be protagonists in such a difficult duel", he emphasized.
Coach has only one absence for the match
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With an eye on the leadership of the Brasileirão, Flamengo has an important commitment this Sunday (28). Facing bottom team Atlético-GO, Mengão seeks victory to continue in the 'hunt' for first place in the table. In the midst of this, coach Tite led the penultimate training session this Friday (26), and outlined the likely team that will take to the field in the 20th round of the national tournament.
Probable lineup:
Missed in Flamengo's last match, Pulgar and Wesley are recovered from gastroenteritis and pain in their left thigh, respectively , and will be available to Tite for the game against Atlético-GO. On the other hand, Bruno Henrique will remain out.
It is worth mentioning that, recovering from a sprained right ankle, the attacker began working on the field, but separately from the group. Flamengo's Medical Department is racing against time to have the number 27 against Palmeiras next week in the Copa do Brasil.
SITUATION IN BRASILEIRÃOWith 37 points, Flamengo occupies second place in the Brasileirão. However, the red and black team knows that they cannot waver if they want to stay alive in the fight for the title. After all, Botafogo (with one more game) has 40 on the scoreboard. Palmeiras, with 36, has a mathematical chance of surpassing Fla's score in this round.
FLAMENGO x ATLÉTICO-GOFlamengo and Atlético-GO they measure forces from 4pm (Brasília time) on Sunday (28). The clash, valid for the 20th round of the Brazilian Championship, takes place at Maracanã.
Revealed at Fluminense, the 20-year-old striker was already on the red-black radar
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A former Flamengo target in the primeira window of the year, is almost certainly a rival from Rio. This is because Botafogo overcame previous difficulties with Udinese and is still in the process of signing Matheus Martins, a 21-year-old striker. The operation will cost 10 million euros (R$ 60 million), with a further 2 million euros in bonuses, for 90% of the attacker's economic rights.
Only the athlete's signature separates the negotiation from being assured officially, but both parties already consider the operation as done.
Flamengo even negotiated with the striker, while he was on vacation in Rio de Janeiro. Some meetings took place, but there was no agreement with the Europeans. Another point was that at the time of the red-black attack, the player had the desire to continue in Europe.
So far, the rubro-negro< /a> has not signed any players since the start of the transfer window. The attempts with midfielder Marcos Antônio were unsuccessful and the Rio club ended up taking a beating from São Paulo, which signed the player. So far, the only name in which Flamengo is negotiating is with midfielder Claudinho, from Zenit, in Russia. Despite the Russians' tough game, everything is fine between the player and Flamengo.
While Bolívar mourns the loss of one of its best players
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Bolívar will have to deal with a major loss in the round of 16 of the Libertadores. Francisco da Costa, one of the team's main players, will not be available to face Flamengo. The striker arranged his transfer to Cerro Porteño, from Paraguay, and has already said goodbye to the Bolivian club. Francisco da Costa's departure took many fans by surprise, mainly due to the proximity of the decisive games against Flamengo.
FLAMENGO WILL HAVE GOOD NEWS
O Brazilian striker vineyard being a fundamental piece in Bolívar's tactical scheme and his absence will certainly be felt. He now joins Cerro Porteño, where he hopes to continue showing his good football. Bolívar's coach will have to rethink his strategy for the clashes against Flamengo.
Francisco da Costa was one of the team's main offensive weapons team, and his absence leaves a big question mark about how Bolívar will behave on the field. The team will have to quickly find a suitable replacement to maintain its chances of advancing in the competition. On the other hand, Francisco da Costa's absence can be seen as a relief for Flamengo. Rubro-Negro is preparing for a difficult duel, but the absence of a key opponent's player could make the task easier for Tite's men. However, the Rio team knows they cannot underestimate Bolívar, who still has other talented players and a good squad.
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