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TITE PRAISES AMAZONAS TEAM AGAINST FLAMENGO "THEY ARE WELL TRAINED.."

Tite's tactical adjustments reflect his ability to read the game and adapt the team as needed

23 Mai 2024 | 00:22 |

In the post-game press conference, Tite commented: "There were two different halves. The first had offensive organization, but we counterattacked the opponent." He recognized that, despite the team showing good offensive positioning, the defense still left spaces that could be exploited by the opposing team. This direct and frank assessment by Tite shows his deep understanding of what was happening on the field.

O Flamengo started the game with a tactical scheme that prioritized possession of the ball and the patient construction of plays. However, this strategy also brought risks, as the spaces left by the team in midfield allowed for dangerous counterattacks by the opponent. Even with predominant possession of the ball, the Rio team suffered from the speed of opposing attacks.

"We adjusted more, bringing Varela inside and giving Gerson some freedom, then we created more," explained Tite, referring to the changes that made the difference in the second half. The coach decided to change the team's tactical layout, promoting the entry of Varela and giving more freedom of movement to Gerson, a player known for his defensive and offensive skills.

TITE OPENS THE GAME ABOUT MATCH

These tactical changes brought new dynamism to the Flamengo, who began to better control the midfield and neutralize the opponent's counterattacks. Gerson, with his versatility, was essential in this new configuration, contributing both in marking and in creating offensive plays. The freedom granted to him allowed him to act closer to the attackers, facilitating the creation of scoring chances.

Varela's change in positioning was also fundamental. By bringing Varela to a more central position, Tite managed to strengthen the defense without compromising the attack. Varela helped block opposing attacks and initiate plays from the defense, proving to be a key player in balancing the team.

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Flamengo will have an important return to the starting lineup against Estudiantes in the Libertadores

Recovered, defender returns to Filipe Luís's team for the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals; Jorginho is doubtful and could be out

Léo Ortiz returns to Flamengo's starting lineup against Estudiantes and reinforces the red-black defense in the first leg of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction

18 Set 2025 | 12:20 |

Flamengo will have an important reinforcement for the duel this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. Defender Léo Ortiz returns to the starting lineup after serving an automatic suspension in the Brasileirão and is confirmed for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against Estudiantes.

In addition to Léo Ortiz , other players are available again for Filipe Luís , including Varela and Bruno Henrique, who were rested against Juventude. Alex Sandro and Jorginho, on the other hand, remain doubtful and will have their fitness assessed shortly before the match.

HANGING ROD

Right-back Guillermo Varela, the team's starting right-back, is on the field with a yellow card. If he receives another warning, the Uruguayan will be out of the second leg, scheduled for September 25th at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium in La Plata.

PROBABLE LINEUPS

To face Estudiantes, Flamengo must maintain the base of the team that has been playing: Rossi; Varela (Emerson Royal), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (Viña); Saúl, De La Cruz (Jorginho) and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro and Samuel Lino.

Eduardo Domínguez will have almost his entire squad available for the game later today. He's expected to field the following: Muslera; Román Gómez, Santiago Núñez, Facundo Rodríguez, and Santiago Arzamendia; Ascacíbar, Gabriel Neves, Amondarain, and Medina; Tiago Palacios and Guido Carrillo.

TITE PRAISES AMAZONAS TEAM AGAINST FLAMENGO "THEY ARE WELL TRAINED.."