Flamengo Kicks Off 2025 Season with Pre-Season Clash in the United States
The Flamengo squad has been hard at work in the United States, finalizing preparations for their 2025 season debut.This saturday morning (January 18), the team wrapped up training under the guidance of Filipe Luís, who outlined the probable lineup for their first match of the year. the highly anticipated game against São Paulo is set for Sunday (January 19) as part of the FC Series.
Probable Lineup and Reserve Team
Filipe Luís has been meticulously planning Flamengo’s strategy since the start of the week. The probable starting lineup includes Rossi, Wesley, Léo Ortiz, Carbone (or Ayrton Lucas), and Alex Sandro in defense. The midfield will feature Pulgar, De la Cruz, Alcaraz (or Michael), and Gerson, while Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo lead the attack.In open training sessions, the reserve team’s composition also became clear. It includes Matheus Cunha, Wesley, Léo Pereira, Carbone, Ayrton Lucas, Allan, Pulgar, Arrascaeta, Luiz Araújo, Michael, and Plata. As Filipe Luís emphasized, “It is vital to emphasize that Filipe Luís has been carrying out activities with the flamengo squad since the beginning of the week.”
Key Absences and opportunities
The game against São Paulo will serve as a crucial test for Flamengo. While two teams have been defined, the majority of the squad is expected to see action during the match. However, Arrascaeta will miss the clash as he continues his recovery from meniscus surgery. Additionally, defender Léo Pereira was released from the pre-season camp on Friday (January 17) to address a personal matter.
the Match Details
The showdown between Flamengo and São Paulo is scheduled for Sunday (January 19) at 5 PM Brasília time. Fans can catch the live broadcast on Coluna do Fla’s YouTube channel, featuring Rafa penido’s passionate commentary and analysis by Leo José.
Summary of Key Points
| aspect | Details |
|————————–|—————————————————————————–|
| probable Lineup | Rossi, Wesley, Léo Ortiz, Carbone (Ayrton Lucas), Alex Sandro, Pulgar, De la cruz, Alcaraz (Michael), Gerson, Bruno Henrique, Luiz Araújo |
| Reserve Team | Matheus Cunha, Wesley, Léo Pereira, Carbone, Ayrton Lucas, Allan, Pulgar, Arrascaeta, Luiz Araújo, Michael, Plata |
| Key Absences | Arrascaeta (injury), Léo Pereira (personal matter) |
| Match details | Sunday, January 19, 5 PM Brasília time, FC Series |
| Broadcast | Coluna do Fla on YouTube |
This pre-season clash marks a pivotal moment for Flamengo as they gear up for the challenges of the 2025 season. Don’t miss the action—tune in to Coluna do Fla for the most complete coverage of the red-black squad.