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URGENT: MAYOR OF RIO REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR FLAMENGO STADIUM IN GASÔMETRO

Eduardo Paes reinforces commitment to Flamengo’s new stadium

25 Mai 2024 | 17:41 |

This Saturday, the mayor of Rio de Janeiro, Eduardo Paes, together with the director of Flamengo, Cacau Cotta, and deputy Pedro Paulo, appeared in a video reaffirming their commitment to making the club's stadium viable in Gasometer, land located in central region of the city belonging to Caixa Econômica Federal.

In a relaxed but serious tone, Paes stated: "I reinforce once again my commitment that the Flamengo stadium can be made viable. Rio City Hall will being on Flamengo's side. We have to resolve things with Caixa. Cacau has been bringing up Flamengo's issues, Pedro Paulo has been bothering me for a long time, so I came to declare this formal support, so as not to be contaminated by you two. here with the Vascão shirt."

In turn, Cacau Cotta highlighted the crucial meeting with the mayor and other political representatives, affirming Paes' public commitment to the construction of the stadium. He also highlighted the efforts of deputy Pedro Paulo and deputy Dr. Luizinho to strengthen the red-black bench in Brasília, together with the Federal Government and Caixa.

Flamengo is preparing an economic feasibility study for the construction of the new stadium and will present it to Caixa Econômica next week, in a new meeting.

This theme has been central to both the club and municipal politics, especially in election years. Mayor Eduardo Paes will be present at the next meeting, together with the presidents of Caixa and Flamengo, indicating significant progress in the negotiations.

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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.

URGENT: MAYOR OF RIO REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR FLAMENGO STADIUM IN GASÔMETRO