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Video of Samuel Lino in the Brazilian National Team worries Flamengo fans
03 Set 2025 | 10:50
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26 Set 2024 | 12:34 |
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In high-level competitions, the decision to decide a match on penalties always carries significant weight. For many teams, this moment can be decisive and cause nervousness in fans and players. However, when you have a specialist goalkeeper like Agustín Rossi, the tension could be eased a little. Although the main objective is to decide the match during the 90 minutes — or even in extra time, if there is one —, the confidence in the Argentine goalkeeper in penalty situations is not a mere speech.
Rossi's presence inspires a feeling of security in your team. In recent statements, the confidence placed in him was made clear: "Of course we don't want to go to penalties, but if it happens, I have full confidence in Rossi." The phrase summarizes how much he is seen as an asset in decisive moments. However, this type of scenario does not just depend on the goalkeeper. "Of course, the beaters also have to help, right?", he added, emphasizing that the responsibility is divided between those under the goalposts and those who take on the task of taking penalties.
FLAMENGO HAS HOPES AT THE TURNING TIME
This confidence is not unfounded. Agustín Rossi built a solid reputation in penalty shootouts, especially when he played for Boca Juniors. In Argentina, the archer became known as one of the best in the position, meaning that, in many matches, rival fans already considered the penalty scenario a factor to be feared when Rossi was present. That's why, in knockout games, the expectation is that the Argentine will maintain the level of performance that made him famous.
Rossi's history on penalties is a combination of technique and coolness. Duringhis passage For Boca, he accumulated an impressive sequence of saves that guaranteed important victories for the Argentine team. In the moments when the Xeneize fans chanted "VAMOS AGUSTÍN, VAMOS AGUSTÍN", it was not just to give strength to the goalkeeper, but rather an expression of confidence based on past performances. This kind of support doesn’t come out of nowhere; It is the result of decisive performances that marked Rossi's name in the club's history.
Agustín's ability to read the movements of opposing hitters is one of his differences. He can often anticipate which way the ball will be directed, and this increases his effectiveness in defense. This reading is not only based on body observation of the opponent, but also through a previous study of the main penalty takers of rival teams. Rossi prepares intensely for these moments and is therefore considered an above average goalkeeper when it comes to penalties.
The Mengão player was cleared of charges of manipulating sports betting, but the English Football Association is expected to fine him in another case.
03 Set 2025 | 16:00 |
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Flamengo's youth academy product, Lucas Paquetá, was investigated for over a year due to suspicions of involvement in sports betting. The midfielder was eventually acquitted by the courts , but could still face punishment from the English Football Association (FA) for failing to cooperate with the case.
In a statement released on Wednesday (3), the FA confirmed that it will not appeal the acquittal decision . However, it announced that Paquetá will be punished for failing to comply with Rule F3, which deals with the obligation to cooperate with investigations. The sanction should be financial, in the form of a fine, according to the English press.
The decision on the penalty will be made by the Regulatory Commission, which will release details soon. In a statement, the FA reiterated its commitment to preserving the integrity of football and conducting thorough investigations into serious allegations.
The investigation began in May 2024, when the FA accused the former Flamengo player of manipulating bets by forcing yellow cards in four Premier League matches : against Leicester City, Aston Villa, Leeds United, and Bournemouth. In all of them, the midfielder was cautioned.
The federation even requested Paquetá's ban, but the Regulatory Commission concluded there was insufficient evidence to support the accusation. Thus, on July 31, the player was cleared to return to the field.
Following his acquittal, European clubs once again began to approach the Brazilian. Aston Villa (ENG) submitted a £47 million (approximately R$347 million) offer , but West Ham (ENG) rejected the offer and kept the midfielder on their roster.
Paquetá is currently part of the Brazilian National Team, available for the match this Thursday (4) against Chile , at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, valid for the penultimate round of the Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
The attacker's trial is scheduled for this Thursday (4) and the player runs the risk of being suspended and missing Mengão
03 Set 2025 | 14:00 |
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The STJD (Superior Court of Sports Justice) Prosecutor's Office intends to use as evidence against Flamengo striker Bruno Henrique , a video in which bettor Douglas Ribeiro Pina Barcelos claims to have known in advance that the player would receive a yellow card in the game against Santos for the 2023 Brazilian Championship.
Bruno Henrique 's trial will take place this Thursday (4), by the First Disciplinary Committee of the STJD, for alleged conduct that benefited bettors. The striker was denounced under articles 243 and 243-A of the CBJD (Brazilian Code of Sports Justice) - the first deals with acting in a way that is detrimental to one's own team, and the second with acting against sporting ethics with the aim of influencing results.
This week, the Superior Court of Justice (STJD) requested access from the Federal District Court to the video recorded as part of a non-prosecution agreement signed by Barcelos, who is indicted for betting on Bruno Henrique's yellow card in the Flamengo -Santos match. Barcelos admitted to the Public Prosecutor's Office that he had prior knowledge of the player's punishment .
Judge Fernando Brandini Barbagalo authorized the sharing of the material on Tuesday afternoon, following a favorable ruling from the Federal District prosecutor's office. If convicted, Bruno Henrique could be suspended for up to two years, miss 24 matches, and receive a fine of up to R$200,000 .
To avoid being prosecuted for fraud, Barcelos committed to:
Furthermore, due to the indication of a move abroad, prosecutors allowed the fine to be adjusted to R$5,500, provided he proves residency in another country . Barcelos reportedly received information about the yellow card from Wander Nunes Pinto Júnior, Bruno Henrique's brother.
The year was used as a target by Rodolfo Landim's administration, but the current leader says that the possibility of completion in 4 years is unfeasible.
03 Set 2025 | 12:00 |
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Last week, Flamengo met with the Rio de Janeiro City Hall and reaffirmed its commitment to building its own stadium on the Gasômetro site, located in the Porto Maravilha region. However, the club ruled out the possibility of opening in 2029 , as initially planned.
Bap on Flamengo's stadium in 2029: "It wouldn't be possible"
In an interview with Flamengo TV , president Luiz Eduardo Baptista, known as Bap, explained that the requirements of the public notice were the main obstacle to accelerating the project's feasibility phase. The president also emphasized that the pending issues are not as simple to resolve as the previous board tried to make them out to be:
"There were a series of conditions imposed in the bidding documents for us to move forward. As we evaluated the preconditions presented as premises in the initial project, we encountered several difficulties . Things weren't as simple, quick, or easy to implement. It wouldn't be possible for Flamengo to build this stadium and open it in 2029."
Despite the postponement of the deadline, Bap guaranteed that the Gasômetro stadium will be built , emphasizing that the project will not compromise the club's coffers nor will it require transformation into a SAF, a possibility that was considered under the previous management:
"When we went through the economic feasibility aspect, considering the current interest rates in Brazil, it became clear that to build the stadium within the agreed deadline, we would have to compromise on sporting performance. It would probably be necessary to convert Flamengo into a public utility company. We made a proposal to the City Hall and understand that the dream remains . Flamengo will have its own stadium, but not as quickly as expected."
The club continues its technical and economic analysis, which is considered essential to making the project a reality. According to management, the studies began about eight months ago , when Bap took over as president.
To this end, Flamengo relies on the support of specialized companies, such as FGV, Arena Venues + Events, Soloeste Engenharia Ltda. and AECOM , which assist in evaluating all aspects involved in the stadium's development.
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