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Former player praises Jorginho at Flamengo: “he hardly ever makes mistakes…”
19 Ago 2025 | 14:38
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Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (7), at 9:30 pm, against Central Córdoba, at the Único Stadium, for the fourth round of the Libertadores group stage. With the possibility of taking the lead in the group, the Rubro-Negro also carries the desire to get revenge after the 2-1 defeat suffered at home. On the other side, the coach of the Argentine team, Omar de Felippe, recognizes that the attitude of his athletes at the Maracanã may have fueled even more the thirst for victory of Filipe Luís's team.
There is a right time to enjoy..." said the Central Córdoba coach
After the triumph over Mais Querido at Maracanã, Central Córdoba players left the locker room to the sound of loud funk music, with dancing and effusive celebrations in the mixed zone corridor . The scene went viral on social media and was enough for coach Omar de Felippe to criticize the team's lack of professionalism at a time that, for him, required more respect for the defeated opponent.
“We have to behave like professionals. There is a right time to enjoy ourselves. In the locker room, that’s fine. But outside, there have to be limits. Because on the other side there is a rival who lost and one day that could happen to us,” warned the coach in an interview with the Argentine newspaper Olé. De Felippe also added that he did not like the euphoria and that he prefers to respect the opponent, even after remarkable victories.
Despite criticism of the players' attitude, the Argentine coach recognized the historical importance of the feat against Mengão. Competing in the Libertadores for the first time, Central Córdoba celebrated intensely the victory at Maracanã, which has been treated as a milestone for both the club and the fans in the province of Santiago del Estero.
“It was a great response from the team. It is a huge joy for Argentina and for our province. We are a humble group, with few resources, but with a lot of effort. The kids give their all on the field. It is a historic achievement for all of us,” said the coach, making it clear how proud he is of the team’s performance so far.
After winning the last two matches against Colorado, Mengão will play for a draw at Beira-Rio to guarantee qualification for the quarterfinals
19 Ago 2025 | 18:28 |
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This Wednesday (20), Flamengo will face Internacional again, this time in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, at the Beira-Rio Stadium. The Mais Querido arrives at the clash in high spirits, after winning the first game 1-0, at Maracanã, and repeating the positive result last Sunday (17), when they defeated the Gauchos 3-1 in the Brazilian Championship.
The Rio de Janeiro team, currently the sole leader of the Brasileirão , now turns its attention to the continental tournament. With the advantage of a draw, the goal is to secure a spot in the quarterfinals and continue its quest for a fourth Libertadores title. In the group stage, the club finished second in Group C with 11 points , the same score as leaders LDU. In seven matches, they recorded four wins, two draws, and one loss.
The team is expected to take to the field with the following lineup: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho, and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino, and Bruno Henrique (Pedro) . The confirmed absence is midfielder Erick Pulgar, who remains in the medical department.
Coach Roher Machado's international squad should have: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Alan Patrick, Bruno Tabata (Carbonero) and Wesley; Ricardo Mathias.
CONMEBOL has appointed Uruguayan Esteban Ostojich as the match's main referee . Recognized for his experience in international tournaments, he has already officiated decisive matches in the competition and returns to referee a highly significant match on the continental stage.
Uruguayan will lead the decisive duel at Beira-Rio; recent history shows Mengão's balance in games and experience in important matches in the tournament
19 Ago 2025 | 18:09 |
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CONMEBOL announced this week that Uruguayan referee Esteban Ostojich will officiate the match between Flamengo and Internacional , the second leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 , at Beira-Rio Stadium. He is considered one of the most experienced referees in South America and has already been involved in important decisions in the organization's tournaments.
In this edition of the tournament, Ostojich has already officiated in seven matches, being selected in key matches . The referee is frequently chosen for Brazilian club matches, reinforcing his position of trust within CONMEBOL.
Ostojich has refereed four matches involving Flamengo , with a balanced record: two wins, one draw, and one loss. In 2021, he was present for the 3-2 victory over LDU. The following year, he oversaw Corinthians' 1-0 triumph. In 2023, he officiated the 1-1 draw against Ñublense, and in 2024, he refereed the defeat to Palestino, which was marked by refereeing controversy.
Internacional has also been led by the Uruguayan in decisive moments. The most recent example came in the 2023 Copa Libertadores quarterfinals, when the Rio Grande do Sul team defeated Bolívar 2-0 at Beira-Rio . This positive record boosts Colorado's confidence for the decisive clash against Mengão.
For the duel, the expectation is that coach Filipe Luís will maintain the following starting lineup: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique (Pedro).
TV Globo, ESPN and Disney+ confirm narrators and commentators for the second leg between Mengo and Colorado in the round of 16 of the Libertadores
19 Ago 2025 | 17:33 |
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This Wednesday (20), Flamengo and Internacional will face each other again in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores . ESPN confirmed that Rogério Vaughan will be the narrator , accompanied by commentators Zinho and Paulo Calçade . The broadcast will also be available on the Disney+ streaming service.
Globo 's broadcast team will feature Everaldo Marques, Caio Ribeiro, and Maestro Júnior . Luiz Roberto will not be on the show. The change between the announcers was prompted by Luis's participation in the network's 100th anniversary event in Brasília, according to the website "Na Telinha."
HIGH EXPECTATIONS FOR THE GAME
Flamengo and Internacional recently faced each other in both the Brasileirão and the Libertadores, with Flamengo coming out on top on both occasions. However , this Wednesday's match is considered the most important , as it determines who will advance in the continental competition.
Colorado will have the advantage of playing at home, at Beira-Rio, while Mengão arrives with confidence after two consecutive victories over their rivals : 1-0 in the first leg of the Libertadores round of 16 and 3-1 in the Brazilian Championship.
For the match, coach Filipe Luís is counting on the return of two key reinforcements: Danilo and De La Cruz. Both offer additional midfield options , bolstering the squad for the decisive match. Flamengo's likely starting lineup is: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho, and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino, and Bruno Henrique (Pedro).
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