Five memorable moments for Mengão in the 2022 season
By Romulo Paranhos - inThe 2022 season was special for the nation, which celebrated its third Libertadores title and its fourth Copa do Brasil title. And with these titles came some memorable moments that will remain in the memory of every Flamengo fan. Below, five moments from this season that were immortalized by our photographers.
Gabi's goal in the Libertadores final against Athletico-PR
Everton Ribeiro made an excellent run down the right and crossed into the box. Gabigol, showing his usual opportunism, stretched out his leg and tapped the ball into the back of the net, scoring his fourth goal in a Copa Libertadores final.
Pedro's painting
In a hard-fought match against Athletico in Curitiba, Pedro showed his talent and pulled a rabbit out of the hat. Rodinei stepped up to the baseline and delivered a perfect cross for the center forward to deliver a stunning overhead kick that culminated in Mengão's winning goal, securing a spot in the Copa do Brasil semifinals.
All the vibration of Gabigol
In the penalty shootout in the Copa do Brasil against Corinthians, top scorer Gabi converted his shot and celebrated a lot, inflaming the Nação Rubro-Negra at Maraca.
Arrascaeta's amazing goal against Atlético-MG
Needing to win by two goals, Mengão went all out against the Minas Gerais team and managed to turn the result around with the support of the "Nação" (Nation), which turned the Maracanã into a living hell. Pedro made an excellent play in midfield and passed to Arrascaeta, who subtly touched the ball past the goalkeeper to pave the way for the red-and-black victory. With the result, "Mais Querido" advanced to the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil.
Rodinei and the winning goal of the Copa do Brasil
Rodi took the final penalty kick in the Copa do Brasil final. The right-back showed his personality and struck with style, becoming one of the heroes of the fourth championship.