Flamengo players react surprisingly to Léo Pereira after Brazil call-up

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·17. März 2026

Flamengo players react surprisingly to Léo Pereira after Brazil call-up

How was Léo Pereira received at Ninho do Urubu?

Coach Carlo Ancelotti announced this Monday (16th) the list of 26 players called up for the upcoming friendlies of the Brazilian National Team. One of the surprises was the inclusion of Léo Pereira, defender for Flamengo. This Tuesday (17th), his teammates welcomed the defender with a celebration at the Ninho do Urubu training center.

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In a video posted on Flamengo's social media, Léo Pereira was welcomed with applause by all his Flamengo teammates. The celebration was because the defender will wear the Brazilian National Team jersey for the first time in his career.

How did Léo Pereira react to being called up to the Brazilian National Team?

After Carlo Ancelotti's call-up on Monday afternoon (16th), Léo Pereira celebrated this unprecedented achievement. On social media, the defender highlighted the fulfillment of a dream and thanked Flamengo for their support throughout his career.

Indescribable feeling, a dream come true, a dream for my family and so many people who contribute daily to my career. Representing Brazil is an honor, I continue living out God's plans! Grateful to Flamengo and the entire staff for giving me total support, my teammates who are my second family, and the Nation. God is good all the time,” said Léo Pereira.

Were other Flamengo players called up to the Brazilian National Team?

Yes! In addition to Léo Pereira, coach Carlo Ancelotti called up two more Flamengo players: Alex Sandro and Danilo. Regular names in the Brazilian National Team, the full-back and the defender are practically guaranteed for the 2026 World Cup. In other words, the Italian coach will only leave them out in case of injury.

What is Flamengo's next match?

While they have not yet joined the Brazilian National Team, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro and Danilo remain available for Flamengo. This Thursday (19th), the Rubro-Negro faces Remo at 8pm (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the seventh round of the Brasileirão.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match between Flamengo and Remo. However, Premiere, on pay-per-view, will broadcast the clash of the seventh round of the Brasileirão.

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