Cebolinha counts on Filipe Luís, eyes end to Flamengo goal drought

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·23. Juli 2025

Cebolinha counts on Filipe Luís, eyes end to Flamengo goal drought

Cebolinha Hasn't Scored for Flamengo in Two Months

Flamengo is making the final adjustments to face Red Bull Bragantino this Wednesday (23), for the 16th round of the Brazilian Championship. Everton Cebolinha, who started in the classic against Fluminense, is expected to get another chance in the starting 11 against the team from São Paulo. Amid Filipe Luís's confidence, the number 11 seeks to end his 'drought' of two months without scoring goals.

The last time Cebolinha scored for Flamengo was on May 21, in the 4-2 victory over Botafogo-PB, for the Brazil Cup. On that occasion, in addition to scoring one of the goals, the number 11 also provided an assist for Pedro's goal. Since then, however, the forward has been 'blank' in the matches of the Most Beloved.

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DID CEBOLINHA PLAY AGAINST FLUMINENSE?

It is worth mentioning that Cebolinha started in Flamengo's 1-0 victory over Fluminense last Sunday (20). However, the number 11 left the field 14 minutes into the second half, being replaced by Juninho. With yet another 'faded' performance for the Most Beloved, the forward was criticized by part of the rubro-negra fan base. Thus, in a press conference, coach Filipe Luís defended the player.

The demands made on him do not take into account the serious injury this player had last year. It is very serious for such an explosive player like him to rupture his Achilles tendon. And, from my part as a coach, I can say that I am delighted with him. Because he is a player who trains a lot, tries very hard. He is always giving his best. He is still in this phase of readjusting from this serious injury he had, he is a 'great player'. We know how difficult it is to find wingers at Cebolinha's level in the market. I have complete confidence in him. And for me, he played a great game within the proposal I wanted. Of course, he has a lot to evolve and will only evolve with minutes, with this sequence and with affection," said Filipe Luís.

WHAT ARE CEBOLINHA'S NUMBERS FOR FLAMENGO?

Flamengo sealed the signing of Everton Cebolinha in July 2022, after paying about R$ 80 million to Benfica (POR). Thus, the forward has a contract valid with Mengão until December 2026, but has not yet been able to show his best level at the club. This season, the number 11 has played 27 games, with three goals and two assists.

WHEN DOES CEBOLINHA RETURN TO THE FIELD?

With Everton Cebolinha available, Flamengo takes the field this Wednesday (23) to face Red Bull Bragantino. The match takes place at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Cicero de Souza Marques Stadium, for the 16th round of the Brazilian Championship. As usual, the Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the game, through the website and social networks.

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