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Did you know? Only 6 of the squad scored for Flamengo in the knockout stages of the Libertadores

Only six players from the current Mengão group managed to score while wearing the Sacred Mantle in the decisive stages of the competition.

From the current Flamengo squad, only six athletes scored goals in the Libertadores knockout stages - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
From the current Flamengo squad, only six athletes scored goals in the Libertadores knockout stages - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

02 Jun 2025 | 15:30 |

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Flamengo will face Internacional in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores . After winning the 2022 title, Mengão has not had an easy time in the knockout stage of South America 's main tournament, failing to get past the quarterfinals since their last win. The lack of players considered decisive may contribute to the difficulties.


WHO SCORED IN THE KNOCKOUTS?


Of the 27 athletes defined by the club's official website as part of the "professional squad", only six players from the current red-black group scored at least one goal in the knockout stage of the Libertadores. They are: Arrascaeta , Bruno Henrique , Léo Pereira , Luiz Araújo , Michael and Pedro .


Arrascaeta and Bruno Henrique are survivors of the 2019 generation and have played in every Libertadores since that season. The number 27 is the player who has scored the most goals in the knockout stages of the tournament in the current squad, with 11 goals, followed by Pedro with eight and the current number 10 with three. Gerson, who was also part of the title against River and returned for the 2023 season, has not scored in the knockout games of the competition.

Léo Pereira, Luiz Araújo and Michael scored just one goal each in the knockout stage. 'Robozinho' scored his own goal against Defensa y Justicia , in coach Renato Gaúcho 's debut in the round of 16 of the 2021 edition. The numbers 7 and 4 gave Flamengo a 2-0 victory over Bolívar in the first game of the 2024 knockout stage.


NEW FACES?

The tendency is that Flamengo will go into the match against Internacional with new players for the Libertadores. The Mais Querido wants a player to make up for Arrascaeta's absence in the creative field and also wants two wingers with decision-making power, which could contribute to an increase in the list.


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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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