TITE DECIDES NOT TO CHOOSE AN OPPONENT FOR FLAMENGO IN THE CARIOCA FINAL: "I'M NOT GOING TO ROOT FOR ANYONE..."

After the 1-1 draw between Flamengo e Vasco, Tite took more than an hour to attend the post-game press conference, leaving journalists and fans curious about the reason for the wait. When finally starting the press conference, Flamengo's coach explained that the delay was a consequence of a need to process the result and balance his emotions.

According to Tite, the red-black team's performance during the classic was positive, but the score it didn't reflect what he expected from the game. "My delay was precisely to assimilate the team's great performance, but the lack of results", stated the coach. He highlighted that he was visibly uncomfortable with the draw, which led him to seek calm before talking to the press: "I was upset, that's why it took me so long to come. I have to balance myself to talk to you."

< b>FLAMENGO FINDS HIS HANDS TIED

This is not the first time that Tite admits to needing time to control his emotions after matches that do not bring the expected result. The coach, known for his meticulousness, tends to be thoughtful in his statements, avoiding making hasty analyzes right after games, when emotions are still running high.

The draw in the classic between Flamengoand Vasco was particularly frustrating for Tite, who hoped to leave with the three points. Despite recognizing the team's good performance on the field, the final result was not what was desired, generating frustration not only for him, but also among the fans, who had high expectations for the match.

Coach Tite, from Flamengo, confirmed that Gabigol, one of the club's recent idols, now occupies third place in the team's attack. The decision sparked discussions among fans and experts, but, according to the coach, the choice was based on technical criteria and recent performance. During a press conference, Tite was asked about the change in the attack hierarchy and explained the reasons that led him to prefer other players in front of Gabigol. “Training, games, specifically.

Carlinhos decisive against Bolívar. Carlinhos decisive against Atlético Mineiro, with a goal. Decisive against Vitória. That's why the option was made", said the coach, highlighting Carlinhos' recent performances as a key factor in his decision.

This change in command of the attack reflects Tite's management style, which values ​​performance and meritocracy. Since arriving at Flamengo, the coach has adopted a discourse that no one has a guaranteed place in the team, regardless of name or history. This can be clearly seen in this decision, in which a player like Gabigol, who was once crucial. in Flamengo's recent titles, he loses space to a colleague who is going through a good phase.

FLAMENGO HAS ITS OWN

Carlinhos, the new holder of the position, has shown himself to be decisive in important matches , as Tite highlighted. Against Bolívar, Atlético Mineiro and Vitória, he played a fundamental role in the success of Flamengo, whether with goals or participation in important plays. These factors were enough to guarantee the coach's preference in placing him as the main option in attack.

Gabigol's situation, on the other hand, seems to reflect a phase of adaptation to the new command. Although he is a renowned player and beloved by the fans, his current phase has not been as brilliant as that of other periods of his career. In training and games, according to Tite, Gabigol has not been able to stand out to the point of regaining his starting position.

The Flamengo is in a presidential election year. In this way, the candidates for the presidency of Mais Querido have already begun to publicize their projects for the next three years. In an interview with the newspaper Lance, Wallim Vasconcelos revealed that he does not intend to continue with Tite if he is elected. Remembering that the coach's contract runs until the end of December.

“I understand that Tite is an excellent coach, but I don't particularly like Tite's style of play. I think Flamengo's style of play is different. This is my opinion, it must be discussed with my board. But it is possible that Tite's contract ends at the end of the year and I do not intend to renew it”, began Wallim.

In the view of Mais Querido, a new sporting director will also be hired. Wallim highlights that the choice of a new coach will be discussed after the professional is in the portfolio.

“It is a discussion with the board, it is a discussion that will have to be held with the sporting director, who will be contracted when we make all the modifications. To make changes to Flamengo's football department, a disruptive change in Brazilian football, we need this”, he pondered.

TITE DOESN'T FIT WITH THE FLAMENGO PROJECT

Wallim he also reiterated: “Football needs to be in the 21st century. I don't believe that Tite fits in with what we imagine with Flamengo from 2025”, he concluded.

CANDIDATES FOR PRESIDENCY OF FLAMENGO< In addition to Wallim Vasconcelos, Rodrigo Dunshee, Luiz Eduardo Baptista, Maurício Gomes de Mattos, Pedro Paulo and José Carlos Peruano are also vying for the presidency of Flamengo. The elections will be on December 9th, in Gávea.