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TITE WILL MAKE HIS THIRD DEBUT IN LIBERTADORES PLAYING AT ALTITUDE! CHECK OUT THE RETROSPECT

Coach will compete in his ninth edition of the international tournament

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02 Abr 2024 | 08:52 |

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On Tuesday night (2), Flamengo enters the field for the first time in the Copa Libertadores 2024. This will also be Tite's debut in the competition leading the red and black team. The tournament, however, is an old acquaintance of the coach, who has already played in eight editions.


The first round of Mengão will be at the altitude of Colombia, another factor in which the coach already has a lot of experience. Check out the history of the red-and-black commander's debuts in the international competition above sea level below.


First of all, it must be said that Tite has an enviable history of debuts in the Libertadores. The coach never lost in the initial eight rounds he played, having five wins and three draws. In total, the team led by the coach found the net 18 times, while conceding just eight goals.


Libertadores Champion in 2012, Tite started the title campaign in a similar way to the one he will begin in 2024. This is because just like that year, the coach's first match will be away from home. In 2012 he went to Venezuela to face Deportivo Táchira, while in the current edition, they face Millonarios, in Colombia.

See the retrospective:


2002 – Oriente Petrolero (BOL) 2×4 Grêmio

2003 – Grêmio 3×2 Pumas (MEX)

2004 – São Caetano 4×2 The Strongest (BOL)

2011 – Corinthians 0x0 Tolima (COL)

2012 – Deportivo Táchira (VEN) 1×1 Corinthians

2013 – San José (BOL) 1×1 Corinthians

2015 – Corinthians 4×0 Once Caldas (COL)

2016 – Cobresal (CHI) 0x1 Corinthians

< b>Flamengo's training

For the debut match in the Copa Libertadores 2024, Flamengo must have changes in the starting lineup. This is because De La Cruz, Fabrício Bruno and Arrascaeta, who were in their respective teams during the FIFA Data, presented muscle fatigue and should be spared. With this, it could be that Léo Ortiz, a defender recently signed by the club, will finally make his debut as a Mais Querido player.

It is worth remembering that Flamengo has three absences already confirmed for the match. The first is Gerson, who is still recovering from kidney surgery. Another in the Medical Department is Wesley, who is treating an adductor injury. Finally, Gabigol is also out, but because he was suspended for two years for attempted anti-doping fraud. The number 10 will still appeal the decision.


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Sold out! Check out the latest partial ticket sales for Flamengo vs. Estudiantes.

Rubro-Negro begins its quest for a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinals with sold-out tickets and a massive fan presence; the team has returns

Flamengo faces Estudiantes with sold-out tickets, important returns and major absences at Maracanã - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Estudiantes with sold-out tickets, important returns and major absences at Maracanã - photo: reproduction

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Flamengo begins its journey towards the semifinals of the Copa Libertadores this Thursday (18) . The first leg against Estudiantes (ARG) will be held at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), and will have a full house.


All tickets were sold in advance, guaranteeing an estimated attendance of around 69,000. The expectation is that the Red-Black Nation will fill every section of the stadium , transforming the Maracanã into a cauldron to push the team toward victory.


IMPORTANT RETURNS


The team will have important reinforcements. Striker Bruno Henrique and full-back Varela , who were absent last Sunday (14) against Juventude, in the Brazilian Championship , trained normally this Tuesday (16) and should be available to the coach again.

MAJOR SHORTAGES


Despite their returns, Rubro-Negro will remain without midfielder Jorginho, full-back Alex Sandro, and defensive midfielder Pulgar , who are still recovering. The likely lineup for the game includes: Rossi; Royal (Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Ayrton Lucas (Viña); Saúl, De La Cruz (Allan), Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino, and Pedro.

LIVE BROADCAST

Fans will be able to watch the match live on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming). The second leg will be held next week in La Plata, Argentina, and will determine who advances to the semifinals.


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Saúl Ñíguez stands out at Flamengo and receives praise from the Spanish press

Signed at zero cost, the Spaniard quickly gained a place in Mais Querido, receiving praise from the Spanish press for his recent performances.

Saúl Ñíguez is consolidating his position at Flamengo, receiving praise from the Spanish press and expected to start against Estudiantes - photo: reproduction
Saúl Ñíguez is consolidating his position at Flamengo, receiving praise from the Spanish press and expected to start against Estudiantes - photo: reproduction

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Despite being signed only in the last transfer window, Saúl Ñíguez has already become one of the most important players in Flamengo's squad . The Spanish midfielder arrived at the club on a free transfer and quickly established himself in the starting lineup.


Spanish newspaper Marca highlighted the athlete's rapid adaptation. " The former Atlético de Madrid player arrived at Flamengo with the mission of becoming an important player and maintaining a prominent role in the starting lineup . His adaptation didn't take long," the publication reported.


PRAISE FROM THE SPANISH PRESS


According to the publication, Saúl is experiencing "a second youth" in Brazilian football and has already established himself as a key midfielder. Despite only registering one assist in eight games , he has played a more defensive role in Filipe Luís's team.

In the victory over Juventude, in the Brazilian Championship , Saúl started alongside Allan in midfield and provided the assist for Arrascaeta's goal in the 31st minute of the first half.


FLAMENGO COUNTS ON SAÚL ÑÍGUEZ

Flamengo returns to the field this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Maracanã, to face Estudiantes, for the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. Saúl Ñíguez should once again be among the starters for the red-black team.


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Sesc Flamengo begins preparations for the 2025/26 season

The women's team receives reinforcements from athletes who competed in the World Cup in Thailand and begins a training phase before the Brazilian Cup, Carioca Championship and Super League.

Sesc RJ Flamengo welcomes World Cup medalists and prepares for the Taça Brasil, Carioca and Superliga - photo: reproduction
Sesc RJ Flamengo welcomes World Cup medalists and prepares for the Taça Brasil, Carioca and Superliga - photo: reproduction

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Sesc Flamengo already has a full squad ready to begin its preparations for the season's main competitions. Last Monday (15), the club welcomed names eagerly awaited by the fans: winger Helena , opposite Tainara, middle blocker Lorena and libero Laís, bronze medalists at the World Championships in Thailand, as well as Serbian middle blocker Maša Kirov, who also played in the Asian tournament and is one of the group's new additions.


While coach Bernardinho leads the Brazilian men's national team at the World Cup in the Philippines, the Rio de Janeiro team is under the command of assistant Helio Griner. He is leading the training sessions in preparation for the new squad's first challenges . This Friday (19), at 5 pm, the team faces Batavo Mackenzie in a closed-door training match at the Army Physical Education School (EsEFEx), in Urca.


COMPETITION SCHEDULE


Next week, Sesc Flamengo officially debuts its season with the Taça Brasil, which will take place from September 23rd to 25th in Londrina, Paraná. The tournament will also feature the home team, Sancor Maringá, and Gerdau Minas, at the Moringão gymnasium.

The Campeonato Carioca begins on October 1st, while the Superliga begins on the 20th . Assistant Helio Griner highlighted the importance of the athletes' adaptation period: "We've been training for a few months, but this year we had many players called up to national teams, in different categories. Four of the adults and Maša arrived from the World Cup and will gradually adapt," he said before adding.


"It's an exciting time. The team has been revamped, and I believe we're capable of competing for major titles. Now, we have to respect each other's limits to finish this week strong and have a good tournament next week," he said.


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