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ORGANIZED FLAMENGO FANS ON GABIGOL: "BITTER REALITY OF HIS INGREEITY"

Fans regret the player's stance, who wore the Corinthians shirt during a meeting with friends at his home

18 Mai 2024 | 20:00 |

Flamengo fans took to social media to repudiate Gabigol's act of wearing the Corinthians shirt. Raça Rubro-Negra, one of the main organized supporters of the Rio team, posted an official note, stating that "the image of Gabriel lifting trophies now mixes with the bitter reality of his ingratitude".

"The image of Gabriel lifting trophies in our memory now mixes with the bitter reality of his ingratitude. And this pain, this disappointment, are the feelings that remain, as we try to find solace in the memories of a time when he was our hero" , says an excerpt from the note.

During the period in which Gabigol was sidelined due to an attempt to defraud an anti-doping test, Flamengo fans supported the player. Later, when he returned, red and black fans went to Maracanã to honor the return of the former number 10. The feeling is of disappointment on the part of the flamengo fans.

"Gratitude. A simple word, but with immense weight. In the dictionary, it means recognizing a benefit or showing gratitude for something good that someone has done. But in real life, especially in the world of football, gratitude takes on much deeper and more emotional forms. feeling for millions of red-black people.

Gabriel not only donned the sacred mantle; he freed an entire nation from a 38-year fast. Twice, he made red-black hearts explode with joy, filling each. corner of the IMMENSE RUBRO-BLACK NATION with screams of euphoria and tears of happiness. Thus, he became one of the immortal heroes of the red-black pantheon.

However, life, like football, is full of unexpected twists. In what was perhaps the darkest moment of their career, the red-and-black nation did not waver. On the contrary, he extended his arms and welcomed him, offering unconditional support. It was our way of paying back his gratitude for everything he had done. But now, we face a painful blow. Gabriel, the one who was once our savior, seems to have chosen a path of ingratitude.

More than a simple way out, Gabigol's possible farewell is filled with deep sadness. It is a goodbye that carries not only a lack of gratitude, but a painful lack of respect. Respect for the sacred mantle he wore, for the red-black people who idolized him. We didn't expect eternal love, because we are realists. But the way everything is unfolding is a blow too hard to bear.

And so, a story that had everything to be closed with a flourish, crumbles into ashes. There will be no glorious ending, an emotional farewell. Just the shadow of an exit through the back door, silent and unlit. The truths or lies surrounding this story become irrelevant in the face of the immense lack of respect. For us, who live and breathe Flamengo, it is a wound that will remain open for a long time. The image of Gabriel lifting trophies in our memory now mixes with the bitter reality of his ingratitude. And this pain, this disappointment, are the feelings that remain, as we try to find solace in the memories of a time when he was our hero."

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

ORGANIZED FLAMENGO FANS ON GABIGOL: "BITTER REALITY OF HIS INGREEITY"