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Rubro-Negro, current state champion, takes on Grajáu in the opening round of the competition
Football Report
“When we play seriously and with determination, it’s very difficult to beat Flamengo,” said the number 1.
In the fight for the third Copa do Brasil title, the red-black team beat Ivinhema (MS) 5-0, with goals from Zé Roberto (2), Léo Moura, Kleberson and Maxi.
Rubro-negro is in second place in the Guanabara Cup with 18 points, one less than the leader Tigres.
Date: 07/03/2009 (Saturday)Time: 18:15 p.m.Location: Mario Filho Stadium – Maracanã
Rubro-negro has finalized the final details for its debut in the Copa do Brasil, tomorrow, at 21:50 pm, against Ivinhema (MS).
Willians, who did specific work on the field, has improved significantly from the pain in his right thigh and will return to training with the group on Thursday.
Supporter asked for caution with Ivinhema (MS): “We know it’s a young team, with fast players and we’re going with the spirit of those who know that things won’t be so easy.”
The striker is looking forward to playing in his first Copa do Brasil.
The red-black coach tested three formations during the activity, which ended with a 1-0 victory for the starters, with a goal by Zé Roberto.
"We still need to improve in some areas, but it was very good training. We saw improvements in several areas."
In the first half, the starters took a 2-0 lead. The reserves scored four more goals in the second half.
“If we want to win, we will have to run and fight hard.”
Coach Cuca confirmed the inclusion of Everton Silva, Tóro, and Josiel in the starting lineup. Léo Moura will play in midfield.
Flamengo faces Ivinhema on Wednesday for the Copa do Brasil and Cabofriense on Saturday for the Taça Rio
The midfielder did not participate in the tactical training session on Thursday afternoon.
Praised by Cuca, the right-back should be one of the new additions to the starting lineup for the game against Ivinhema, in the Copa do Brasil.
The player was tested by coach Cuca in setting up plays.
In a group with 12 players for each side, Everton Silva, Douglas, Wellinton, Toró, Kleberson and Josiel trained among the starters.
Kleberson, Fierro and Juan were the highlights of the intense physical training in the afternoon.
"Since I arrived here, I've been working to be a starter. Whenever Cuca needs me, I'll be ready to help."
The red-black squad worked hard this Wednesday morning.
Shirt 6 apologized to fitness coach Riva Carli for the disagreement during training yesterday afternoon.
