The victory over Macaé this Saturday had its positive and negative points, according to coach Andrade. The Flamengo coach didn't like his team conceding another goal from a set piece, however, he approved of the team's good performance in the second half and the debuts of Ramón and Rodrigo Alvim. Especially Ramón, who participated in the play that led to Flamengo's third goal.

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Ramón went from hell to heaven in the last few days. Signed from CSKA Moscow to be Petkovic's "shadow" in the Flamengo squad, the player ended up being left out of the list of 25 players registered for the Copa Santander Libertadores because the Russian club's release didn't arrive on time. However, the player was able to play in the Campeonato Carioca, and he performed well.

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"Ramon came into the game very well. Both he and Alvim. In Ramon's first play of the game, he already gave a pass for Love to score. He's a player who needs more time, but both he and Alvim showed that they will help us. Today (Saturday) was good for everyone to get to know them both. The coaching staff, the press, and the fans. It's important to have options. Once again, the group made the difference," Andrade analyzed.

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The Flamengo defense, however, was once again the subject of observation by the coach. The duo formed by David and Fabrício pleased in many aspects, however, they left something to be desired in aerial duels. Once again, the team conceded a goal after a cross. Overall, however, the coach was satisfied with the team's performance, especially in the second half.

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"They pleased me in part. A high defensive line like the one we put on the field today (Saturday) can't concede a goal like that, from a high ball. It can't. Macaé deserves credit in the first half for having their marking so well organized. Our first half was only reasonable, it wasn't good. But in the second half the team clicked," he concluded.