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Teams measure forces this Wednesday (15), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã
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Flamengo will have a decisive duel for a place in the round of 16 of the Libertadores da América this Wednesday (15). Rubro-Negro faces Bolívar, at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), in the fifth round of the group stage, and needs a victory to stay alive in the fight for the knockout stage.
Coach of the Bolivian team, Flávio Robatto planned the confrontation and passed the responsibility into the hands of Flamengo. "The team is in great need, they are forced to win. They have the best squad on the continent. It will be very difficult, but we hope to be up to the task," he said.
Bolívar is the leader of Group E, with 10 points. There is a six advantage for Flamengo, third place. Even if they lose the game at Maracanã, the Bolivian team will be practically guaranteed in the round of 16. Second-placed Palestino can reach the same 10 points, but has nine fewer goals in the table.
However, according to Flávio Robatto, the players want to play a leading role in Rio: "This Wednesday will not only be a football challenge, because we will probably be classified when the match ends, but a challenge for glory It's an emotional challenge for the athletes, who are eager to show that they can be protagonists in such a difficult duel."
After the draw between Millonarios and Palestino last Tuesday (14), Flamengo once again depended solely on itself to advance to the round of 16. To do this, Rubro-Negro needs to win the two remaining games in the group stage.
The club has a big difference in work
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The Sinergia Rubro-Negra Group (SRN), made up of influential partners from Flamengo, held a meeting last Saturday (7), at the club's headquarters, located in Gávea. The main objective of the meeting was to promote fraternization among the participants, but, inevitably, club politics ended up dominating the discussions throughout the event.
The main topic that emerged during the meeting was the support of the SRN to Rodrigo Dunshee's candidacy for president of Flamengo. Dunshee, who currently holds the position of general and legal vice-president of the club, is a prominent figure in the red-black political scene. The group, made up of members who share an aligned vision regarding the club's management, sees in Dunshee a name prepared to take over Flamengo's leadership, especially considering the upcoming electoral cycle.
During the event, members of the SRN highlighted Dunshee's role in the current administration, remembering that he was a fundamental player in several legal achievements of the Flamengo in recent years. The group believes that his experience and proximity to the club's internal processes make him the ideal candidate to succeed current president Rodolfo Landim, whose tenure ends at the end of his term.
Although the initial objective of the meeting was a celebration between the partners, it was inevitable that the conversations turned to Flamengo's political future. The club's presidential elections are approaching, and political groups are already beginning to articulate support and strategies. The SRN, being a strong group within the red-black political structure, has stood out for its organization and capacity to mobilize members.
Those present discussed, among other topics, the possible implications of a possible Dunshee's candidacy. His name has been circulating among members for some time, but now, with the explicit support of the SRN, his candidacy is gaining strength. The members highlighted that Dunshee is a name of continuity, someone who is already part of the current management and deeply knows the challenges and needs of the club. This, in the group's view, represents a positive point, as Dunshee could continue the projects started under the Landim administration.
The club has been in a race against time
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Flamengo continues to debate whether to look for a replacement for Pedro, a striker who is recovering from an injury. The decision is complex, involving several variables ranging from the financial cost to the availability of players on the market. One of the main points under discussion is the high cost of a possible replacement. The club is aware that signing a center forward may require a significant investment, something that needs to be carefully evaluated within the team's current budget.
In addition, Flamengofaces the challenge of downtime of players available on the market. Many of the center forwards who are free for transfer come from long periods without playing, with recent injuries or prolonged absence from the field. This situation represents a risk, as the integration of a player who is not in the rhythm of the game may take longer and be less effective initially.
The club is also considering the limited number of viable options on the market. The scarcity of attackers who meet the criteria required by Flamengo – both in terms of quality and physical readiness – is a factor that further complicates the search for a suitable replacement.
In this scenario, the management of Flamengo assesses whether signing a new player is the best solution or whether there are viable alternatives to deal with Pedro's absence, such as adjusting the tactical formation or promoting youth players. The final decision is still being studied, and the club needs to carefully consider all aspects before making a decision.
Mais Querido runs the risk of paying amounts in excess of 50 thousand dollars (R$ 275 thousand)
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This last Monday (26), the Flamengowas notified by Conmebol and could pay a fine of more than 50 thousand dollars (R$ 275 thousand). This is because Mais Querido broke two rules in the match against Bolívar, in La Paz.
According to the South American confederation, Mais Querido would have delayed the athletes' return in three minutes into the second half of the game. Furthermore, Conmebol also claims that Flamengo exceeded the players' arrival time in the city of the match.
According to the manual, the club must arrive at least six hours in advance in cities with more than 2,000 meters in altitude. Rubro-Negro arrived at 5:50 pm for the game, which was scheduled for 8:30 pm, that is, around 2 hours and 40 minutes before the clash.
FLAMENGO CLASSIFICADOO Mais Querido managed to get past Bolívar and advanced to the quarterfinals of the Libertadores. Therefore, Rubro-Negro will now face Peñarol, from Uruguay, on the 19th and 26th of September, at Maracanã and Montevideo, respectively.
FOCUS ON THE NEXT GAMEWhile not is judged by Conmebol, Flamengo focuses its attention on the Copa do Brasil. Rubro-Negro faces Bahia, this Wednesday (28), at 9:30 pm, in the first game of the quarter-finals of the national knockout stage.
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