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Varela jokes about 'X9' at Flamengo! Understand

The red-black full-back has been standing out in the hands of Filipe Luís and after bad moments at the club, he has turned things around and has had the support of the fans

Shortly after the Uruguayan passed through the mixed zone on Monday, coach Filipe Luís gave a press conference at the stadium. Photo: Gilvan de Souza/CRF
Shortly after the Uruguayan passed through the mixed zone on Monday, coach Filipe Luís gave a press conference at the stadium. Photo: Gilvan de Souza/CRF

24 Jun 2025 | 19:36 |

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Flamengo faces Los Angeles FC this Tuesday (24), at 10 pm (Brasília time) , for the third round of the Club World Cup group stage. Already qualified for the round of 16 of the tournament, Rubro-Negro will have changes for the match in Orlando, at Camping World Stadium . In fact, on the eve of the match, right-back Guillermo Varela joked about the lineup, mentioning a possible "X9".





Varela jokes with the Flamengo TV team: "Line-up is only in the last moments before the game, because the X9 is in the area"



FILIPE LUÍS ALSO SPOKE TO THE PRESS

Shortly after the Uruguayan passed through the mixed zone on Monday, coach Filipe Luís held a press conference at the stadium. Following the same path as his athlete, the coach chose not to give any clues about the team, but indicated that there will be changes.

"We'll wait until tomorrow to find out exactly who will start. Some players will change, yes, but our focus is on winning this game. Firstly, because of the responsibility we have, because of the badge we carry on our chest. Players have already shown this, we played a pre-season friendly and they gave their all. It will be like this tomorrow. They compete against each other" - Filipe Luís began.

"I'm going to make a team that can be competitive and win. Depending on my game plan and what happens in the game, of course, if I can give everyone minutes to enjoy a competition as special as this World Cup, I will. It's been very special for all of us, coaches, players, fans, and I believe for you too. Always thinking about what's best for the team. Putting the team first. But if I can help someone individually, I'll definitely do it," the coach added.

Since arriving at Flamengo, Filipe Luís has adopted the idea that he would field the best players for that match . This was clear in the lineup for the match against Chelsea, when the coach opted to take off Varela and Pedro, for example, who were in the starting lineup against Espérance.

FLAMENGO'S PROBABLE LINEUP TO FACE LOS ANGELES FC

Given this scenario, Flamengo 's likely lineup to face Los Angeles is: Rossi; Varela, Danilo (João Victor), Léo Ortiz and Ayrton Lucas (Alex Sandro; Evertton Araújo, Allan and Luiz Araújo (Wallace Yan); Michael, Cebolinha and Pedro.


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Will it pass? Psychic predicts the winner of the Flamengo vs. Atlético-MG match

In search of qualification, Galo plays with the advantage of a draw, while Mais Querido needs to win away from home; spiritual forecast points to balance

Atlético-MG and Flamengo duel for a spot in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals; spiritual forecast indicates balance with slight favoritism for Minas Gerais - photo: reproduction
Atlético-MG and Flamengo duel for a spot in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals; spiritual forecast indicates balance with slight favoritism for Minas Gerais - photo: reproduction

05 Ago 2025 | 20:34 |

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Atlético-MG and Flamengo face each other again this Wednesday (6), at 7 pm (Brasília time), in a match valid for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The match will be held at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte , with live broadcast on the Premiere and Sportv channels.


In the first leg, played at Maracanã, Galo won 1-0, which guarantees them the advantage of playing for a draw . Meanwhile, the Rio de Janeiro Red-Black team needs a simple victory to take the decision to penalties or win by two goals to guarantee direct qualification.


Psychic Reveals Letters


Psychic Luiz Filho, known for his channel Renascer das Cartas, shared his spiritual predictions for the clash between the Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro teams. According to him, the cards reveal a balanced outlook, but slightly favorable to the home team . " Atlético-MG came with the High Priestess card. This indicates a good understanding of the game and strategic preparation. The club will know how to capitalize on the result and turn it into an advantage," said the psychic.

For the Mais Querido side , the reading was less comfortable : " Flamengo also has a difficult card, which is the "Hanged Man" card, of resilience. They'll need to use their creative side. I see a lot of balance; Atlético-MG will have a good start. Flamengo may struggle, but they'll have a lethal outcome. However, I see more possibilities for Atlético-MG."


RETROSPECT BETWEEN ATLÉTICO AND FLAMENGO

2006 (Quarterfinals): Fla 4x1 (Maracanã) / 0x0 (Mineirão) – Flamengo advanced

2014 (Semifinal): Fla 2x0 (Maracanã) / Atlético 4x1 (Mineirão) – Atlético advanced

2022 (Round of 16): Atlético 2x1 (Mineirão) / Fla 2x0 (Maracanã) – Flamengo advanced

2024 (Final): Flamengo champion.


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Flamengo vs Atlético-MG - where to watch, probable lineup and decision time

Galo plays with the advantage of a draw after winning at Maracanã, while Mais Querido needs to reverse the score and has important absences

Flamengo faces Atlético-MG at Arena MRV in a decisive match of the Copa do Brasil; the red-and-black team needs to win away from home - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Atlético-MG at Arena MRV in a decisive match of the Copa do Brasil; the red-and-black team needs to win away from home - photo: reproduction

05 Ago 2025 | 19:45 |

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Atlético-MG and Flamengo face off this Wednesday (6) in a decisive duel for the round of 16 of the 2025 Copa do Brasil. The match takes place at 7 pm (Brasília time), at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte , and will be broadcast live on Sportv and Premiere.


In the first leg, played at Maracanã, the Minas Gerais team won 1-0 and now has the advantage of a draw to secure qualification for the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Rubro-Negro , coached by Filipe Luís, needs a simple one-goal victory to take the final to penalties. A win by two or more goals will advance directly to the next stage of the tournament.


ATLÉTICO-MG IN GOOD PHASE


Atlético is in good form. Cuca's team has won its last two matches. First, it beat Flamengo 1-0 in the first leg of the round of 16, despite playing away from home. Last weekend, in a Brazilian Championship match, the Minas Gerais team dominated Red Bull Bragantino and emerged with a 2-1 victory.

FLAMENGO HAS SHORTAGES


On the red-and-black side, coach Filipe Luís will have to deal with important absences. Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo are not on the roster due to workload constraints, a result of the season's backlog of matches. Flamengo 's mission will be to win with authority away from home to maintain its chance of winning another Copa do Brasil title. The club has won the title in 1990, 2006, 2013, 2022, and 2024.

MATCH DETAILS

📅 Date and time: Wednesday, August 6th, at 7pm (Brasília time)

📍 Location: MRV Arena, Belo Horizonte (MG)

📺 Live broadcast: Sportv and Premiere

🟨 Referee: Rafael Rodrigo Klein (RS)

🚩 Assistants: Bruno Raphael Pires (GO) and Rafael da Silva Alves (RS)

🖥️ VAR: Wagner Reway (SC)

PROBABLE LINEUPS

Atlético-MG (Coach: Cuca) Everson; Saravia, Lyanco, Alonso and Arana (Scarpa); Alexsander, Alan Franco, Scarpa (Igor Gomes); Ron, Hulk and Cuello.

Flamengo (Coach: Filipe Luis) Rossi; Emerson Royal, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho, Arrascaeta; Luiz Araújo, Samuel Lino and Pedro.


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Arsenal sets price for Gabriel Jesus, striker being approached by Flamengo

The Brazilian national team striker's name was speculated on Mais Querido, but transfer fees and salary make the deal unfeasible.

Flamengo probes and evaluates Gabriel Jesus' situation, but high cost and European salary make the deal unfeasible - photo: reproduction
Flamengo probes and evaluates Gabriel Jesus' situation, but high cost and European salary make the deal unfeasible - photo: reproduction

05 Ago 2025 | 18:40 |

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Given Flamengo's recent difficulties in signing a new number 9, a speculated name has resurfaced among fans: Gabriel Jesus . The Brazilian national team striker, currently at Arsenal in England, has reportedly been placed on the London club's transfer list for the next transfer window.


The asking price is around £30 million (approximately R$191 million at the current exchange rate) . The push for attacking reinforcements gained momentum after rejections from players like Lucas Beltrán and Mehdi Taremi, who opted to remain in European football.


ASTRONOMICAL MARKET VALUE AND WAGES


Despite being one of the most mentioned names by fans on social media and specialized forums, Gabriel Jesus' arrival in Brazilian football is considered extremely unlikely at this time. Arsenal's proposed fee is far above the financial reality of South American football, even for a club with significant investment power like Flamengo .

In addition to the high transfer fee required, the player's current salary—comparable to Premier League standards—would pose an even greater challenge. The English club, seeking to balance its finances and make room for reinforcements in other positions, sees the Brazilian striker as one of its main bargaining chips in the next window.


FLAMENGO REMAINS ON THE MARKET

Flamengo 's board continues to monitor the market for a center forward who fits the profile desired by Filipe Luís's coaching staff. After frustrations in negotiations with players who opted to remain on the Old Continent, the club is seeking viable alternatives that can strengthen the squad without compromising its financial planning.


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