With a goal from Guerrero, Flamengo wins at the Maracanã.
Striker scores third in three games and the World's Most Beloved team defeats Grêmio in the Brazilian Championship.
By Communication - Official Club Website - inIf the party at Maracanã It involved Ronaldo Angelim. And against Grêmio, Flamengo's fans showed up this Saturday (July 18.07th) hoping for a victory. Not just hoping, but seeking it! The Flamengo Nation shouted, applauded, and did their part to secure the three points. The team coached by Cristóvão Borges also did their part, dominating the game with a vibrant performance, taking advantage of the strength of a packed Maracanã and Guerrero's skill. The Peruvian thanked the fans for their confidence with his third goal in three games.
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Flamengo started with César, Ayrton, Wallace and Marcelo, Jorge, Márcio Araújo and Canteros, Éverton, Marcelo Cirino, Emerson and Guerrero. Pressing high, the team pressured Grêmio in search of the first goal from the first minute. Éverton was fouled by Galhardo. Two minutes later, Guerrero and Emerson almost stole the ball from Geromel at the edge of the area.
Five minutes in, Marcelo Cirino headed the ball down for a first-time shot by Canteros. The shot was saved by Marcelo Grohe, who was the standout player for Grêmio. Flamengo's pressure continued intensely, but the goal only came in the 40th minute. After a corner kick, Grohe saved a header from Marcelo Cirino. Guerrero, well-positioned, scored with skill, taking advantage of the rebound. Celebration at the Maracanã. Watch:
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"I'm happy, but there are still 45 minutes left. I think we're doing a good job, we're playing compact games. And we're playing well. We have to keep playing the same way," the number nine analyzed as he left the field.
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Second time
After the break, Marcelo Cirino left the field feeling unwell. Midfielder Arthur Maia entered the game. Grêmio returned stronger defensively and had good chances in the first five minutes. At nine minutes, Guerrero launched a pass to Éverton, who shot dangerously, forcing another save from Grohe.
The match continued with attacks from both sides. Flamengo hit the crossbar with a header from Wallace, and Grêmio's shots were thwarted by saves from César. In the 48th minute, Guerrero controlled the ball on the left wing and held onto it until the referee blew the final whistle. Now, the most beloved team in the world faces Goiás at Serra Dourada.