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31 Mai 2025 | 13:04 |
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Flamengo secured its place in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores by beating Deportivo Táchira 1-0 this Wednesday (28), at Maracanã, but one of the highlights of the night was the presence of Vinicius Jr. at the stadium. The Real Madrid star, who came through the club's youth ranks, moved the fans and even had a relaxed moment with José Boto, the club's football director.
Can't you come in for a bit?"
During the break, Boto joked with Vini Jr., suggesting that he enter the field to help the team. " Can't you come in for a little while?" , asked the manager. The number 7, smiling, replied: " No, but I would come in to help. For ten minutes. " The scene, captured by the cameras, went viral on social media and warmed the hearts of the Red-Black Nation even more, who dream of a possible return of the idol in the future.
Despite the red-black team's dominance throughout the match, the goal only came in the second half, with Léo Pereira taking advantage of a free kick by Luiz Araújo to score the only goal of the night. The Venezuelan team remained organized defensively , but could not prevent the victory of Mengão, who now await the draw for the round of 16.
Meanwhile, Vini Jr. continues his successful career at Real Madrid, but always shows his affection for Flamengo. His presence at Maracanã, alongside other former Ninho players such as Lucas Paquetá and João Gomes, reinforces the eternal connection between the star and the club that revealed him.
Flamengo returns to the field on Sunday (1st), against Fortaleza , in the Brasileirão , but the fans will certainly still be remembering the night when Vini Jr. almost "came back" to play, even if for just "ten minutes".
Former Mengão player says that, if the team scores a goal, he will celebrate, and emphasizes that the classic is decisive in the fight for the Brasileirão title.
07 Out 2025 | 18:59 |
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In an interview with journalist André Hernan, midfielder Andreas Pereira , currently with Palmeiras and a former Flamengo player, commented on his expectations for the match against Mengão. The player, who was marked by a mistake in the Libertadores final against the green and white team , assured that he will not hide his celebration if he scores against his former club.
"If I score, I'm here at Palmeiras. Everything they've done for me, the love for my family. If I score, I'll celebrate, " declared Andreas Pereira. He added: "It's part of football; I'm defending Palmeiras. It's my club. If I score, there will be a celebration."
The duel between Palmeiras and Flamengo is considered crucial in the fight for the Brasileirão Série A title . Andreas Pereira emphasized the relevance of the match for the competition and for the green and white team itself.
"A special game, of great importance in this title race. It's going to be a very important game, my first for Palmeiras there," the midfielder predicted. He added: " I'll definitely want to win to distance ourselves and make it a little easier for us ."
The statement shows that, despite the memories of his time at Rubro-Negro, Andreas is focused on helping Palmeiras gain important points in the table , reinforcing the competitiveness of the classic in the Brazilian Championship.
Flamengo and Palmeiras remain the main contenders for the Brasileirão title, and Andreas Pereira's reunion adds tension to the clash. Expectations are for an intense match, decisive both for the lead and for determining the balance between the teams in the final stretch of the competition.
Right-back currently at Corinthians, he has attracted interest from English football and could generate future gains of 30% from the sale to Flamengo in 2026
07 Out 2025 | 18:42 |
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Flamengo could receive an unexpected boost to its coffers in 2026 with the potential transfer of Corinthians right-back Matheuzinho to clubs in England . The deal, if successful, would yield 30% of the sale price to Flamengo , a percentage that has remained unchanged since the transfer in 2024.
At the time, the São Paulo club acquired 60% of the player's economic rights for around €4 million , approximately R$21 million, while 10% remained with Londrina, the club where he trained. Flamengo made an immediate profit of R$12.8 million between the purchase and sale, but the real financial potential lies in future negotiations, should European interest materialize.
At Corinthians , the 23-year-old full-back excelled under Dorival Júnior and became a key player in the team's defense. Initially surrounded by suspicion, Matheuzinho demonstrated consistency and consistency, racking up standout performances throughout the season.
His performance has caught the attention of the international market. English clubs are already monitoring the player and preparing inquiries for the next transfer window. Although the names of the interested teams have not been disclosed, the player's value is evident , increasing the chances of future profits for Mengão.
Behind the scenes, the outlook is considered positive. The player's increased value and European interest could generate significant gains for Flamengo , in addition to keeping the club alert to the market and potential investment opportunities for future signings.
After losing 1-0 to Bahia, Mengão is looking to get back to winning ways in the next five rounds of the Brasileirão
07 Out 2025 | 15:49 |
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Flamengo suffered a 1-0 loss to Bahia, a result that complicated its position in the Brasileirão standings. In its last five matches, the "Mais Querido" has won only one , drawn three, and now has lost one, highlighting the team's need for an immediate response.
Coach Filipe Luís will have ten days to adjust the team before the next match, scheduled for October 15th against Botafogo. The FIFA break will be crucial, as most of Mengão's key players are not involved in international call-ups and can participate fully in training.
Flamengo reached agreements with the federations to protect its players. The club's medical department sent reports detailing the physical strain caused by the backlog of matches , particularly regarding players who could have been called up by Uruguay.
Therefore, the red-black team returns to the field on October 15th, for the 28th round of the Brasileirão , against Botafogo, at 7:30 pm, at Nilton Santos Stadium. After the loss to Bahia, Flamengo occupies second place in the table with 55 points , tied with Palmeiras, who has the advantage in the number of victories.
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