The star had been working in France for a few months
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0After a brief spell in French football, Leidiane is back at Flamengo. The attacking midfielder, who won the Ladies Cup and Copa Rio with the red and black shirt, signed a contract and is now available to coach Maurício Salgado for the second half of the year. The expectation is that she will contribute significantly to the team, which is looking for new titles this season.
Leidiane, a native of Manhuaçu and a committed red-black, arrived at the club through first time in 2022 and remained until July 2023. During this period, she played in 48 games, scored 20 goals and won over the fans. Her transfer to French football was remarkable, being Flamengo's first international sale in the women's game.
Known for her powerful shot and versatility, Leidiane stands out for her offensive characteristics and ability to play in different positions. Radiant with her return to Mengão, the player made it clear that she is motivated to build a successful chapter in her career. She hopes to add her experience and skills to the team.
"I'm very happy to be back. It feels like it's the first time and I'm here to add and I feel more experienced, hungry to win and I hope to have another great season. I want to win titles and put Flamengo at the top, which is where it needs to be", declared Leidiane, showing enthusiasm and determination to help Flamengo. to achieve new successes.
Leidiane's return to Flamengo is seen as an important reinforcement for the women's team, which continues to seek excellence and achievements on the national and International. With her experience and improved skills, the expectation is that she will bring a positive impact and help lead Flamengo to new glories.
The defender received numerous criticisms on social media
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0Defender Léo Pereira, from Flamengo, became the target of numerous criticisms on social media after his performance in the classic against Vasco. The player was directly responsible for the opponent's equalizing goal, which generated a flood of negative comments from fans, especially on digital platforms.
The move that resulted in Vasco's goal happened at a crucial moment in the match , which intensified the red-black revolt. Many Flamengo fans took to the internet to express their frustration with the defender's failure, pointing to the defensive failure as determining the final result. In the game, which is already naturally surrounded by tension as it is a classic between two of Rio's biggest football rivals, the responsibility of maintaining a solid defense is even greater.
However, Léo Pereira made a mistake that ended up being fatal for the Flamengo. The defender was unable to clear the ball in an aerial play, allowing Vasco to reach a draw. The failure occurred 30 minutes into the second half, at a time when Flamengo seemed to control the match, despite pressure from the opponent. However, the defender's positioning error allowed Vasco's attacker to take advantage of the opportunity, scoring a goal that changed the course of the game.
As soon as the game ended, social networks became a space for rant to Flamengo fans. Various profiles, from sports influencers to ordinary fans, spared no criticism of Léo Pereira's performance. Comments such as "unacceptable" and "another decisive failure" dominated mentions of the player.
On Bluesky, the hashtag with the player's name became one of the most talked about topics, and in fan groups on WhatsApp and Facebook, the conversation revolved around the need for reinforcements in Flamengo's defense. Many stated that the team, with the ambitions it has in competitions such as the Brazilian Championship and Libertadores, cannot afford to make such simple defensive mistakes.
The midfielder is still recovering from injury and has not confirmed his presence for the decisive clash on Thursday
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0Mengão will have to deal with the absence of Nicolás De La Cruz for another important game. The Uruguayan player did not participate in the classic against Vasco, last Sunday (15), and remains a doubt for this Thursday's match (19) against Peñarol, valid for the quarter-finals of the Copa Sudamericana. The midfielder's presence is not yet guaranteed, as coach Tite explained during a press conference.
During the press conference, Tite revealed that, after a recent training session, he asked Nicolás De La Cruz about the possibility of playing for at least 20 minutes in the match against Vasco, but the player, smiling, indicated that was not in condition. “The physical department was categorical in stating that he was not fit, even if he felt good", commented the coach. Tite also reinforced that he hopes to be able to count on the athlete on Thursday, but there is still no guarantee that this will be possible.
Nicolás De La Cruz has been sidelined since suffering a muscle injury to his right thigh in the game against Bahia, valid for the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil. Since then, the midfielder was absent from the team in the matches against Corinthians, in the second game of the same competition, and in the Rio derby. and expectations for his return increase as the calendar narrows.
In addition to De La Cruz, CRF has already confirmed the absence of four other players for the clash against Peñarol, which they face. problems in their right thigh, and Pedro, Matías Viña and Everton Cebolinha, who suffered more serious injuries, will only return to the pitch in 2025.
With these absences, coach Tite will have to adjust the team to maintain performance and continue in search of victories in the competitions that the club still competes in.
Brazil's girls debut at the Olympic Games
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0The Brazilian women's team debuts at the Olympic Games against Nigeria, in Group C, in Bordeaux. The ball rolls at 2pm (Brasília time). The Brazilian women's team has already faced Nigeria twice, with two victories, both in official competitions. In the 1999 World Cup, 4-3 for Brazil in extra time, after 3-3 in the 90 minutes, in the quarter-finals. At the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, 3-1 for Brazil in the group stage.
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