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Flamengo advances in negotiations to renew Arrascaeta's contract until the end of his career
02 Out 2025 | 14:17
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Flamengo confirmed its good form in the Brazilian Championship this Saturday (12), beating São Paulo 2-0 at Maracanã. Under the command of Filipe Luís, the Mais Querido reached 27 points and maintained the lead of the table, despite having played one game less than some of its direct rivals. The team's solid performance, especially against the Nação Rubro-Negra, reinforces the group's confidence in this stretch of the championship.
After the game, Filipe Luís commented on Gerson's recent departure to Zenit. "We obviously lost our athlete and captain, and I'm personally absolutely grateful for everything he did," the coach stated. He also highlighted Luiz Araújo's performance in the role, suggesting alternatives like Plata, Matheus Gonçalves, and Lorran to fill the position. " We have to look ahead; he's no longer here, " he added.
Filipe Luís talks about replacing Gerson: "The club is studying it"
Regarding the need for a replacement, Filipe emphasized the importance of finding a midfielder who can play both Gerson's and Arrascaeta's roles. "The club is studying, analyzing, and making offers for the players they're interested in, so we can replace the midfield," he stated. He clarified that, in his view, Gerson played a more attacking role, as a right midfielder, and that the squad has players capable of maintaining the same level of competitiveness.
Filipe Luís also spoke about the team's new captain: " I believe in seniority, Bruno Henrique, Arrasca, Alex who was the captain I chose at the beginning of this year, and now Léo Pereira is the fourth captain, due to the time he has been at the club," said the commander.
Despite recent controversies involving striker Pedro , the squad demonstrates maturity and focus. The coaching staff and board remain attentive to the situation, but prioritize the collective environment and athletic performance. Flamengo's next match will be away against Santos, where the team will seek three more points to remain undisputed at the top of the league.
The coach was close to returning to Mengão at one point, but the club's rush resulted in the hiring of another professional
02 Out 2025 | 21:00 |
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An idol among Flamengo fans for his historic work between 2019 and 2020, Jorge Jesus still dreams of returning to manage Flamengo . This information was revealed by Kleber Leite, the club's former president and a personal friend of the coach. According to him, the coach would accept an offer to return to the club.
In an interview with Canal Mundo GV, hosted by former goalkeeper Getúlio Vargas, Kleber revealed that Jorge Jesus was very close to re-signing Flamengo in 2021, following Renato Gaúcho's departure. At the time, Flamengo's board traveled to Portugal to negotiate directly with the coach . A meeting was even held, but after asking for time to decide, Jesus decided to sign Paulo Sousa.
"He could have been at Flamengo a long time ago. (...) You know that story about you running to avoid getting there? Flamengo ran to avoid getting there. They didn't want to, actually, that's it. (...) I have no doubt that Jesus would accept an offer from Flamengo . Here or even with the Brazilian national team, where they also lost their chance. He was the coach at the time," declared Kleber Leite.
Jorge Jesus achieved impressive numbers with Flamengo. In 58 games, the Mais Querido under his command achieved 44 wins, 10 draws and only four losses, an 81.6% success rate . Under his command, the Rubro-Negro won the following titles: Libertadores (2019), Brazilian Championship (2019), Brazilian Super Cup (2020), Recopa Sudamericana (2020) and Campeonato Carioca (2020).
With more trophies than defeats, Jorge Jesus made his mark at Flamengo, leading the team to its peak under the brilliance of the quartet formed by Gabigol, Arrascaeta, Everton Ribeiro and Bruno Henrique and still having his name on the lips of the red-black fans.
Mengão faces Raposa at full strength at Maracanã, in a direct duel for the leadership of the Brasileirão and Gabigol's reunion with the Minas Gerais team
02 Out 2025 | 19:25 |
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Flamengo takes to the field this Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time) , at Maracanã, to face Cruzeiro in a direct duel for the leadership of the Brazilian Championship. The match opens the 26th round of the competition and will have a full house, with tickets sold out.
After resting some players in the victory over Corinthians, coach Filipe Luís opted for a full-strength squad . Ayrton Lucas returns from suspension, while Matías Viña and Léo Pereira, cleared by the medical department, are available.
The Rubro-Negro formation for the match is: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Jorginho, Saúl and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Carrascal.
Flamengo leads the Brazilian Championship with 54 points, trailing Cruzeiro with 50 and Palmeiras, who beat Vasco 3-0 and have 52 points. The match at Maracanã is considered a "six-point" game , which could either increase or reduce the advantage at the top of the table.
In addition to the battle for the top spot, the match marks Gabigol's reunion with his former club. Currently at Cruzeiro, the striker will face the Flamengo fans, who idolized him during his time at the club between 2019 and 2024. Gabigol left Flamengo after a year of ups and downs, ending a run full of goals, titles, and a strong connection with the club.
Mengão faces Raposa this Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, in a duel valid for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship
02 Out 2025 | 18:30 |
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Flamengo faces Cruzeiro this Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, in a duel valid for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship. The match will be broadcast by SporTV and Premiere, without showing on open TV.
The Rubro-Negro 's probable lineup for the match is: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira (Danilo) and Alex Sandro; Jorginho, Saúl and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata (Carrascal), Samuel Lino and Pedro.
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