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Flamengo must make changes to its defensive system due to two important losses
03 Out 2025 | 21:21
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11 Abr 2024 | 08:33 |
The Flamengo beat Palestino (CHI) on Wednesday night (10), in a match valid for the second round of the Libertadores group stage. One of the highlights of the match, Allan received lots of praise from Tite after the match at a press conference. The coach stated that the midfielder returned at a high level and revealed a behind-the-scenes conversation with the player.
"Physical department and the athlete's awareness are decisive. We called Allan and I showed Atlético-MG's move and said: "Allan, today, is not Allan from Atlético-MG. Look at his actions." He looked and said: "Professor, that was before I got hurt and it makes me shiver." And he got emotional. Then , I said: “You need to regain your physical condition so that you can return to a high level”, revealed Tite.
ALLAN RETURN GOOD MOMENT AND GOOD PHYSICAL
Tite made it clear that Allan was not at his best at the beginning of the year. This is because the midfielder suffered two consecutive injuries. However, the technical committee and the coach himself managed to make the player aware that he could and should It's no surprise that the athlete spent two weeks doing muscle rebalancing and physical strengthening work.
"He stayed away for two weeks, working, working, working. The athlete's awareness, understanding and being able to reproduce gives him the condition to be there in the stadium. Today, it's Allan who was at Atlético-MG", added the coach.
ALLAN'S NUMBERS
The midfielderreplaced De La Cruz in the second half and was on the field for 20 minutes. However, this short time was enough for him to stand out. Allan took ten touches of the ball and completed three passes out of the five he attempted against the Palestine. Furthermore, the player won three of the four duels he played and blocked a shot.
Thus, Allan is preparing to continue having chances with Tite. This is because the coach anticipated that he will need to use all his cast in the midst of the marathon of games Rubro-Negro throughout the season.
Mengão will go to Arena Fonte Nova to face the Tricolor in the 27th round of the Brasileirão and the expectation is a full house for the clash
04 Out 2025 | 09:15 |
Flamengo returns to the field this Sunday (5), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Bahia at Arena Fonte Nova, for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. The clash promises a full house: so far, more than 45 thousand tickets have already been sold , reinforcing the expectation of a large audience in Salvador.
Ticket sales began last Sunday (28), with priority check-in for members of the Tô na Fonte category. Even after the general opening, members still have access to purchase. Prices range from R$33 to R$280, with half-price tickets available and free for children up to 11 years old. The section designated for Flamengo fans is already sold out .
On the field, the match has strategic importance for both sides. Bahia, defeated by Botafogo in the previous round, is trying to re-enter the top four and also depends on the results of Botafogo and Mirassol. Flamengo , meanwhile, is looking to extend its lead at the top of Série A and maintain its good form under Filipe Luís , who is trying to solidify the team's title bid.
Bahia and Flamengo face each other in the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. The match will be broadcast on Premiere (pay-per-view). The match will be refereed by Rodrigo Lima (PE).
The striker's name was put forward as one of Mengão's possible interests in the market and the Gunners already know how much they would accept to sell him.
04 Out 2025 | 08:45 |
Although the transfer window is closed, things are still abuzz behind the scenes. Arsenal has set a sale price for striker Gabriel Jesus , who is being eyed by Flamengo and Everton. According to journalist Ekrem Konur, the English club is asking for around £30 million, equivalent to R$215.6 million at the current exchange rate, for the player. Thus, interested teams are already aware of the Gunners' asking price.
Behind the scenes, Flamengo is monitoring the center forward's situation and evaluating a possible move. However, the board believes the amount requested is above Brazilian football's financial standards . Mengão is also considering other players for the position.
With a contract valid until June 2027, Gabriel Jesus lost his place at Arsenal after the arrival of striker Viktor Gyökeres , formerly of Sporting (POR). Furthermore, manager Mikel Arteta has been using midfielder Mikel Merino as a makeshift player in the attacking sector, which has further reduced the Brazilian's chances.
Given this scenario, the player is considering seeking new horizons. The departure would also aim to regain his place on the Brazilian national team , with the 2026 World Cup in the United States in mind. Currently, Gabriel Jesus is not among coach Carlo Ancelotti's options.
The red-and-black squad currently has three center forwards: Pedro, a fan favorite ; Wallace Yan, who is attracting interest from European clubs; and Juninho, who is expected to be traded in the next transfer window. Even with the number 9, the board is considering bringing in a major reinforcement for the position, but the high cost of Gabriel Jesus is seen as a hurdle.
While observing the market, Flamengo focuses on the four lines. The team faces Bahia this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Arena Fonte Nova, for the 27th round of the Brasileirão. Leader with 55 points, Mais Querido seeks victory over the sixth-placed team, which has 40 points, to remain firm in the fight for the title.
Coach Filipe Luís will have a decisive activity to choose the Mengão that will take to the field this Sunday (5) against the tricolor for the Brazilian Championship
04 Out 2025 | 07:59 |
Coach Filipe Luís still has doubts about defining the Flamengo lineup that faces Bahia, this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, for the 27th round of the Brasileirão. The last training session before the match takes place on Saturday morning (04), at 9:30 am , at Ninho do Urubu.
The training session will be crucial for the coach to assemble the starting lineup and find replacements for the suspended Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro. Danilo and Ayrton Lucas are expected to fill the defensive spots , alongside Léo Ortiz and Varela. Even so, Filipe Luís may opt to rest some players, as the squad is facing a marathon of decisive matches.
On Friday (03), the starters from the draw against Cruzeiro only carried out regenerative activities , which leaves this Saturday's training session as the only opportunity for tactical adjustments. The team travels in the afternoon to Salvador, the location of the clash.
The tendency is for Filipe Luís to send onto the field a Flamengo with: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Danilo and Ayrton Lucas; Saúl (De La Cruz), Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Plata (Carrascal), Samuel Lino (Everton Cebolinha) and Pedro (Bruno Henrique).
After training, the squad will have lunch at Ninho do Urubu and then travel to Salvador, with an estimated arrival time of late afternoon . With 55 points and leading Série A, Flamengo is looking for a victory over Bahia, who is sixth with 40 points, to remain firmly in the title race.