The club has its respective problems this season
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The Flamengo, one of the most powerful clubs and with the biggest fans in Brazilian football, faces a crisis that goes beyond the four lines. Amid inconsistent results and a constant dance of coaches, the root of the problem appears to be within the club itself. The phrase from former coach Domenec Torrent, who categorically states that "Flamengo's problem is within Flamengo", points to an internal disorganization that is reflected on the field. And this does not depend on the coach in charge — whether renowned or unknown. According to Torrent, as long as internal issues are not resolved, the team will continue to face difficulties, regardless of who is in charge.
Torrent's comment is not just limited to a superficial diagnosis. The coach, who had a brief and turbulent spell at the club, had a view from inside the dressing room and dealt directly with problems that today seem to persist. When he mentions that the difficulties would continue with any big name, such as Ancelotti, Klopp or Guardiola, the message he sends is clear: the situation goes beyond tactics or game philosophy. It is structural and is deeply rooted in behavior and internal attitudes.
FLAMENGO HAS AN INSTITUTIONAL PROBLEMThe expression "While these two are at Flamengo, anyone can come" also reinforces the idea that there are specific figures within the club who make it difficult to develop consistent work. Even without mentioning names, it is understood that there is an unresolved power relationship between the main actors in charge of the club. This apparently negative influence crosses different administrations and prevents any coach, no matter how competent and respected he may be, from implementing his ideas and establishing a lasting game model.
To better understand the impact of Torrent's statements, it is important remember the context in which he took over Flamengo. The Spanish coach arrived at the club in 2020, shortly after the departure of Jorge Jesus, a coach who had achieved almost everything with the team and left a legacy that would be difficult to overcome. Expectations were high, but Torrent had difficulty adapting to Brazilian football and was harshly criticized for his choices and lack of significant results. His stay was short and ended bitterly, but his observations left an important point: Flamengo's internal environment does not favor the continuity of work, no matter how competent the coach is.
Photos of the midfielder as a child wearing a Peñarol shirt circulated on social media
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Flamengo was eliminated from the Libertadores by Peñarol, last Thursday, in Montevideo. Rubro-Negro were unable to come back from 0-0 and were unable to reverse the advantage that the Uruguayans gained at Maracanã. In a post on social media, Arrascaeta lamented the fall in the competition and expressed his love for the Rio club.
“Since I was a child, I have always dreamed of playing and winning the Libertadores. This dream that seemed impossible was realized, but getting there took a lot of work and a lot of struggle. In fact, I've always had to fight to get everything I have. Since I was a child, this is what my parents taught me, self-love, humility and gratitude. But when things don't go the way we want, and your character is questioned, the only way we have is to show our value. I always say: either you are Flamengo or you are against Flamengo. And I chose to be. And it will be like this until my last day at the club. Thank you everyone for your support at this difficult time”, wrote the Uruguayan star.
The Uruguayan's outburst is also linked to the recent criticisms that circulated on social media. As a child, Arrascaeta was a Peñarol fan and, since arriving at Flamengo, he has never hidden his desire to defend the club.
Arrascaeta was only the third player to speak out after the elimination. Shortly after the final whistle, Fabrício Bruno spoke to the press. Rossi also participated in the press conference alongside coach Tite. In the mixed zone of the Campeón del Siglo, no athlete stopped to give an interview.
The midfielder was one of the most criticized players due to his performance in the match against Peñarol. The physical form below expectations for this moment of the season and the technical performance below what Arrascaeta already demonstrated at Flamengo were the main targets of comments from the red and blacks.
Data were presented this Friday by the Observatory of Racial Discrimination in Football
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Records of cases of racism in football grew by around 39% in one year, according to the 10th Report on Racial Discrimination in Football, released this Thursday (26), at the CBF headquarters, in Rio de Janeiro. The 2023 edition of the document was released this Thursday (26), in the CBF auditorium, by the Observatory of Racial Discrimination in Football. The work was carried out in partnership with the CBF and the Study Group on Sports and Discrimination at UFRGS (Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul).
According to the Observatory, 136 cases of racism were registered in 2023 , an increase of 38.77% compared to the previous year, when 98 incidents were recorded. Since 2016, there has been an annual increase, with the exception of 2020, due to the new coronavirus pandemic. In relation to 2014, the first year of monitoring carried out by the Observatory, incidents increased by 444% (from 25 to 136).
"The increase in reported cases in relation to the previous season reinforces the severity of the problem and the persistent challenges, which require, more than ever, innovative, effective and continued actions, in order to break with passivity and historical complicity with racism", stated the president of the CBF, Ednaldo Rodrigues, the first black person to command the CBF in more than 100 years of the institution's history.
“We believe that the battle against racism, in its different forms, cannot be won in isolation. Only cooperation between the different agents that make up our society can guarantee future generations a world in which respect and dignity are universal values, and not exceptions”, added Ednaldo Rodrigues.
“This data is not just bad. It also presents an important evolution, which is greater awareness among fans and players. If we have more complaints, it is because Brazilian society is more attentive to understanding what racism is and its different forms of expression”, added the founder and executive director of the Observatory, Marcelo Carvalho.
The report also offers a description and developments of each case and highlights others related to other types of discrimination and violence, such as sexual abuse, harassment, fatphobia, support for Nazism and politics.
INCREASE IN CUTTING< p>Over the years, the Report increased its analysis to other types of discrimination, such as LBGTphobia, machismo and xenophobia, to other sports and to incidents involving Brazilian athletes abroad.In total, The document on Racial Discrimination in Football also shows an increase of almost 7% in cases of discrimination reported in relation to the previous season.
From this expanded scope, 250 discriminatory incidents were identified, 222 of which occurred in Brazil and 28 with Brazilian athletes abroad. 222 occurred in football and 28 in other sports.
The club has elections ahead that could make a difference in the club's history
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The partners of Flamengohave the responsibility of deciding the future of the club in the next elections, and this decision goes far beyond just choosing the president. The focus must be on ensuring that football management is carried out by highly qualified professionals. The club needs the best specialists, not just on the field, but especially off it. This involves doctors, physiotherapists, physiologists, psychologists and other professionals who work behind the scenes to keep the team competitive and at a high level.
Flamengo is going through a time when it is necessary to look beyond recent victories and achievements . Sporting success depends on a solid and well-managed structure, and for this, it is essential that members pay attention to the formation of the slates and the planning presented by each candidate. Electing someone who only prioritizes immediate results can be a risk to the continuity of sustainable work in the long term.
When we talk in “best professionals”, the reference is not only technical, but also organizational. It is necessary that each department of the club operates with excellence and that there is synergy between them. A cutting-edge medical department, for example, not only treats injuries, but also acts preventively, anticipating problems and reducing players' recovery time. Likewise, a competent physiologist helps to extend the lifespan of athletes, maximizing physical performance throughout the season.
However, the choice of these professionals depends on who is in charge of management. It's fundamental < /a>that the elected president has a profile that values expertise and competence, and not just personal relationships or political interests. Hiring the best is not a matter of vanity, but rather of ensuring that Flamengo has a structure capable of sustaining the level of demand and competitiveness expected from the club.
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