It was grit, talent, drama, emotion, and whatever adjectives readers care to describe tonight's victory. But above all, it was Flamengo! So much Flamengo! Dominating the game with intensity, passing, possession, and technical skill, the team still needed to come from behind to secure the three points. And it did so with two stunning goals, scored by Garoto do Ninho, just the way the nation loves it.
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In short: Flamengo traveled to George Capwell Stadium in Guiaquil, Ecuador, and defeated Emelec 2-1. The team now has four points and leads its group in the CONMEBOL Libertadores, with a game in hand over River Plate and Santa Fé, who will face each other in early April. Flamengo's next match will be against the Colombians in Rio de Janeiro, behind closed doors. Kick-off is April 18th.
The game
The match was tight and fast-paced, but Flamengo dominated for much of the 90 minutes. Despite Emelec's suffocation in the first five minutes, Flamengo held the ball and dictated the tempo, allowing them to create their chances.
Lucas Paquetá, Henrique Dourado, and Diego, shooting from outside the box, created numerous scoring opportunities in the first 45 minutes. The most notable of these was defender Rhodolfo, who rose high to head the ball in after a corner kick from the right. The opposing goalkeeper made a great save, preventing the Mais Querido from returning to the locker room with a partial lead.
In the second half, the field changed sides, but the tone remained the same. To some extent, it was back and forth, but Flamengo was calling the shots. But if football is the sport of the unpredictable, in the Libertadores it's even more brutal. In a halfhearted counterattack, Angulo fired a shot that deflected off the defense and over Diego Alves. By the 18th minute of the second half, the home team was in the lead.
Paulo Cesar Carpegiani made changes to his team, introducing Vinicius Junior in place of Everton Ribeiro. The number 20 came in on the right flank, adding pace during the pressure, and ultimately deciding the match.
First in the 32nd minute. Finding himself alone, he made a run, dribbled past three opponents, struck with his left foot, and swelled the net to equalize. And then in the 40th, with a left-footed finish after Diego's assist.
Final numbers on the game's scoreboard. Emelec hadn't lost at home in a year. They hadn't lost.
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Fan club members have the pride of playing alongside each victory: the money goes to football and brings more reinforcements, new talent, and infrastructure to the training center. And they also have advantages in official stores to buy the jersey and wear it with pride! Click and join now.
In short: Flamengo traveled to George Capwell Stadium in Guiaquil, Ecuador, and defeated Emelec 2-1. The team now has four points and leads its group in the CONMEBOL Libertadores, with a game in hand over River Plate and Santa Fé, who will face each other in early April. Flamengo's next match will be against the Colombians in Rio de Janeiro, behind closed doors. Kick-off is April 18th.
The game
The match was tight and fast-paced, but Flamengo dominated for much of the 90 minutes. Despite Emelec's suffocation in the first five minutes, Flamengo held the ball and dictated the tempo, allowing them to create their chances.
Lucas Paquetá, Henrique Dourado, and Diego, shooting from outside the box, created numerous scoring opportunities in the first 45 minutes. The most notable of these was defender Rhodolfo, who rose high to head the ball in after a corner kick from the right. The opposing goalkeeper made a great save, preventing the Mais Querido from returning to the locker room with a partial lead.
In the second half, the field changed sides, but the tone remained the same. To some extent, it was back and forth, but Flamengo was calling the shots. But if football is the sport of the unpredictable, in the Libertadores it's even more brutal. In a halfhearted counterattack, Angulo fired a shot that deflected off the defense and over Diego Alves. By the 18th minute of the second half, the home team was in the lead.
Paulo Cesar Carpegiani made changes to his team, introducing Vinicius Junior in place of Everton Ribeiro. The number 20 came in on the right flank, adding pace during the pressure, and ultimately deciding the match.
First in the 32nd minute. Finding himself alone, he made a run, dribbled past three opponents, struck with his left foot, and swelled the net to equalize. And then in the 40th, with a left-footed finish after Diego's assist.
Final numbers on the game's scoreboard. Emelec hadn't lost at home in a year. They hadn't lost.
Those who are proud to be members make the team stronger and always have more Flamengo: discounts on tickets and pay-per-view, exclusive videos to stay up-to-date, advantages in official stores to get the jersey and other products, and much more. Click and join now!