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Zico praises former Flamengo player and criticizes the end of Brazilian number 10s

The Mais Querido idol praised the current season of the former Rubro-Negro player and highlighted the situation of Brazilian midfielders in the country

Zico, Flamengo idol, praised Alan Patrick's current season and highlighted the situation of Brazilian midfielders (Reproduction/ Flamengo)
Zico, Flamengo idol, praised Alan Patrick's current season and highlighted the situation of Brazilian midfielders (Reproduction/ Flamengo)

12 Abr 2025 | 13:43 |

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One of Internacional's biggest stars, Alan Patrick , formerly of Flamengo, has caught the attention of great idols in the history of Brazilian football, such as Zico. This is because Galinho highlighted the quality of the number 10 and said he is bothered by the lack of creators in the country.


ZICO HAS BEEN FOLLOWING ALAN PATRICK'S DEVELOPMENT


Alan Patrick played for Flamengo between 2015 and 2016 and Zico had been following him since then. The midfielder returned to Ukraine that year, where he would remain at Shakhtar until 2022. Soon after, he was sold to Internacional and has been a standout player for the Rio Grande do Sul club.


The possibility of success is very high...

"They've done away with this position. He's been one of the few number 10s in football for a long time. When you have a player of his level, in his real position, the possibility of success is very high, " said Zico about Alan Patrick before adding.


" In that position, there is a profile of what to do: organize the team, get the ball to the attackers and finish. Alan Patrick is one of the few Brazilians in that position. Eduardo, when he played for Botafogo, did very well. They are players who arrive and finish. They leave the guy in front of the goal ", concluded Galinho.

ZICO IS CONCERNED ABOUT FOREIGNERS' 'DOMINANCE'

The Flamengo idol also expressed concern about the future of the position. The preference for wingers, 'outfield players, as they say', in favor of the tactical scheme is something that causes discomfort. The position, one of the most noble in football, is currently occupied by foreigners. Arrascaeta, Garro and Payet are some of the highlights in Brazil.

Today the 10 is always foreign...

" In Brazil, today the number 10 is always foreign. Look at Flamengo, Corinthians, Vasco... The Brazilian player who perhaps stands out the most is Ganso. He is a spectacular player who does his job. Of all of them, he is the one who gets into the box the least, but he leaves his teammate face to face with the goal all the time ," said Galinho.

ABOUT THAT...

Despite Zico's criticism, Flamengo's number 10 is Arrascaeta . In this way, the Uruguayan finalizes his preparation for the next match of the Mais Querido this Saturday (12). Rubro-Negro returns to the field this Sunday (13), against Grêmio, at 5:30 pm.


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Matheus Gonçalves makes himself available for Flamengo vs Barcelona in the U-20 World Cup - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
Matheus Gonçalves makes himself available for Flamengo vs Barcelona in the U-20 World Cup - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

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The Ninho boys are in the final stretch of preparation for the U-20 World Cup final . On August 23, Flamengo faces Barcelona (ESP) at 4:30 pm (Brasília time) at Maracanã. Among the standouts, Matheus Gonçalves has already made himself available for the duel .


On social media, the club released promotional art for the match featuring the midfielder . Matheus reposted the post, reinforcing expectations that Bruno Pivetti will be used in the final. The midfielder was part of the U-20 World Cup-winning team last season, with the victory over Olympiacos.


MATHEUS GONÇALVES' SITUATION AT FLAMENGO


The player was close to being traded to Cruzeiro and even reached an agreement with Pedro Lourenço, president of the Minas Gerais State Football Association (SAF). However, Flamengo opted to keep him. Without many opportunities under Filipe Luís, Matheus asked to play for the under-20s , where he excelled and returned to the professional squad.

Matheus Gonçalves remains one of the main names for a possible departure from Flamengo . Besides Cruzeiro, Red Bull Bragantino has also expressed interest in signing the midfielder. On the international market, CSKA Moscow has already signaled to Mengão that it intends to make an official offer in the coming days.


NEXT GAME

Even with the focus on the U-20 World Cup, Matheus Gonçalves remains available for the main team and may be related to the match against Mirassol , this Saturday (09), at 6:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brasileirão. The broadcast will be exclusive to Premiere, via pay-per-view.


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Mengão receives Leão this Saturday (8) for the Brasileirão at Maracanã with the aim of remaining at the top of the competition

Find out what time Flamengo's game is today against Mirassol for the 19th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction/Disclosure
Find out what time Flamengo's game is today against Mirassol for the 19th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction/Disclosure

09 Ago 2025 | 12:30 |

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Flamengo returns to the field this Saturday (09) to face Mirassol, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship . The broadcast will be exclusive to Premiere, via pay-per-view. Mengão wants the victory to remain at the top of the Championship.


Coach Filipe Luís will have some important news. Midfielder Jorge Carrascal , the latest signing in the transfer window, has already had his name published in the CBF's Daily Information Bulletin (BID) and will be included in the squad, with a good chance of making his debut with the Sacred Mantle.


In addition, Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo return after being rested against Atlético-MG in the Copa do Brasil due to physical activity management. Michael, who has recovered from ankle pain, may also be available.


FLAMENGO'S SHORTAGES

Rubro-Negro will be without Jorginho, suspended for his third yellow card. Danilo and De La Cruz are still undergoing treatment for injuries and should only return against Internacional , next Wednesday (13), for the Libertadores. Erick Pulgar, who underwent foot surgery, remains out.


MIRASSOL MOMENT

Mirassol is enjoying a strong run in the Brasileirão and is heading into this match with a bang. Without suspended coach Rafael Guanaes, the team will be led by assistant coach Ivan Baitello. The news is the return of captain and top scorer Reinaldo , who served a suspension in the last round.



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Flamengo x Mirassol for the Brasileirão will not be broadcast by Rede Globo - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo/Globo
Flamengo x Mirassol for the Brasileirão will not be broadcast by Rede Globo - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo/Globo

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Flamengo takes to the field this Saturday (09) to face Mirassol, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship. The match will be broadcast exclusively on Premiere, on pay-per-view, and will not be shown on TV Globo .


HOW FLAMENGO ARRIVES


Coach Filipe Luís will be backed by Carrascal , who recently registered with the CBF's BID and is already in the squad for the match . The Colombian is expected to gain playing time throughout the match. Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo, who were rested midweek to manage their fitness levels, also return and are available.


EMBARRASSMENTS

Jorginho is serving an automatic suspension after receiving his third yellow card . Danilo (right thigh injury), De La Cruz (left knee problem) and Erick Pulgar (recovering from foot surgery) remain out.


SITUATION IN THE BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Flamengo arrives at the last round of the first half with a chance of winning the symbolic title . To do so, they need to beat Mirassol and hope that Cruzeiro doesn't defeat Santos by a large score on Sunday (10), at Mineirão.

PROBABLE LINEUPS

FLAMENGO: Rossi; Royal, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Evertton Araújo and Arrascaeta; Luiz Araújo (Plata), Pedro (Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.

MIRASSOL: Walter; Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes and Reinaldo; Neto Moura, Danielzinho and Gabriel; Negueba, Edson Carioca and Chico da Costa.


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