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07 Jun 2024 | 19:48 |
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In a significant change for Mário Jorge's career, Flamengo's Under-20 coach is leaving the Rio club to lead the Saudi Arabian Under-17 team. This will be the coach's first international experience, as he says goodbye to Flamengo this Saturday (8), after their debut in the 2024 Carioca Under-20 Championship, against Madureira, in Conselheiro Galvão.
Mário Jorge arrived at Flamengo in 2016 and, since then, has accumulated several important titles, contributing significantly to the club's base. He was a key player in the development of young talents, including midfielder Lorran, who is currently being used extensively by coach Tite in the main team.
A NEW DIRECTION IN HIS CAREER
Among titles won by Mário Jorge with Flamengo, the recent victory in the U20 Copa Libertadores da América stands out, where the red and black team overcame Boca Juniors in an exciting final held in March this year. This title is considered one of the most important in the history of Flamengo's academy.
In addition, Mário Jorge had a successful campaign in 2023, winning the Brazilian Under-20 Championship, a competition he had already won in the Under-17. Under his leadership, Flamengo also took home the Copa do Brasil and the Supercopa do Brasil, consolidating its position as one of the most promising coaches in the country.
Even with all these achievements at the base, Mário Jorge also had the opportunity to lead Flamengo's professional team on an interim basis. In eight matches ahead of the main team, he recorded three wins, four draws and just one defeat, showing his ability to lead at different levels of competition.
Mengão is very close to achieving a million-dollar sum if it secures a spot against Internacional in the competition.
20 Ago 2025 | 13:50 |
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Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (20) to face Internacional, at Beira-Rio, in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores. After winning the first leg 1-0, at Maracanã, Filipe Luís' team arrives with an advantage and can guarantee not only classification, but also a significant amount to the club's coffers.
A spot in the quarterfinals earns the qualified team $1.7 million (approximately R$9.3 million) . Furthermore, advancing keeps Flamengo within its established goal for the season: reaching at least the semifinals of the continental tournament. Despite its importance, the top priority this year remains the Brasileirão.
Coach Filipe Luís will have virtually full strength available. The only confirmed absence is Erick Pulgar, who is still recovering from a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot. The likely starting lineup for the red-and-blacks is: Rossi; Varela, Danilo, Léo Pereira (Ortiz), and Alex Sandro; Jorginho, Saúl, and Arrascaeta; Plata, Samuel Lino, and Bruno Henrique (Pedro).
Having won the first leg at Maracanã 1-0, Flamengo must draw to advance to the quarterfinals . However, if Internacional wins by one goal, the final will be decided by penalties. Mengão will be eliminated if they lose by more than two goals.
The duel between Flamengo x Internacional takes place this Wednesday (20), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Beira-Rio. The match will be broadcast by Globo (open TV), ESPN (closed TV) and Disney+ (streaming) . Gazeta do Urubu keeps you informed of all the details of the match.
While Colorado needs to reverse the advantage built in the first leg, while Rubro-Negro plays for a draw to advance in the competition
20 Ago 2025 | 13:37 |
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Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (20), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) , to face Internacional at Beira-Rio, for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. In the first duel, held at Maracanã, Rubro-Negro won 1-0 with a goal from Bruno Henrique, and now only needs a draw to guarantee classification to the quarterfinals.
Colorado arrives under pressure, as in addition to the defeat in the first leg, they were also beaten by Flamengo in the last meeting of the Brazilian Championship, when they suffered a 3-1 setback. In the last five matches of the continental competition, the team from Rio Grande do Sul has two wins , two losses and one draw, while their opponent has three wins and two draws.
The match will be broadcast live on three platforms. The match will be shown on Globo (broadcast TV and Globoplay), ESPN (subscription TV), and also on Disney+ (exclusive streaming for subscribers).
Coach Roger Machado should send Internacional onto the field with: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Tabata, Alan Patrick and Wesley; Ricardo Mathias.
The team led by Filipe Luís should play with: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique.
Despite European interest, the red-black board does not intend to negotiate the defender, considered a fundamental piece in the Mais Querido squad.
20 Ago 2025 | 13:14 |
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Defender Léo Ortiz continues to attract interest in European football , this time from Napoli. Representatives from the Italian club are expected to closely monitor the defender's performance in the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 clash against Internacional . Despite this, Napoli has not yet received any official offers and considers the player's departure this summer unlikely.
Internally, Flamengo's board classifies Ortiz as part of the group of "non-negotiable" players . He would only be released if an offer very close to the player's release clause, set at €80 million. In July, RB Leipzig offered around €15 million (R$95.6 million) , but the offer was promptly rejected.
Although he aspires to play in European football at some point in his career, Ortiz also feels comfortable wearing the Flamengo jersey. The defender has quickly established himself in the squad, becoming one of coach Filipe Luís's most used players this season.
Besides Napoli, other teams are monitoring the defender's situation, including Juventus and Roma, who have already made inquiries. However, so far, only RB Leipzig has formalized a concrete offer . The approaching closing date of the European transfer window, September 2nd, could accelerate moves, but the club's board reiterates its position of not negotiating its starting player.
In the 2025 season, Léo Ortiz has made 40 appearances, scoring four goals, and providing two assists , playing a key role in the defense. His strong performance has also earned him call-ups to the Brazilian national team in the last three FIFA World Cups. The defender now hopes to be on Carlo Ancelotti's roster for the upcoming matches against Chile and Bolivia.
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It's going to be packed! Flamengo vs. Internacional are expected to set a record attendance at Beira-Rio.
20 Ago 2025 | 11:55
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