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Volta Redonda defeated Flamengo 3-0 in the second round of the Carioca

Flamengo took to the field on the evening of Saturday (17th), when they were overrun by Volta Redonda. At Raulino de Oliveira, the Most Beloved lost the second round of the Carioca 3-0 and complicated their situation in the State Championship playing with the under-20 team.

How was the first half?

In summary, Flamengo opened the scoring still in the first half, at eight minutes. This happened because, after a deep pass, Joshua received the ball free behind Volta Redonda's defense, entered the area, and passed to Douglas Teles to open the scoring. However, the referee disallowed the goal for offside at the start of the play.

After the disallowed goal, Flamengo struggled a bit in the match. Just ten minutes in, the Most Beloved had a young player sent off. In short, defender Carbone, who was playing as a left-back, committed almost two consecutive fouls on a Volta Redonda player and was sent off.

Did the Volta Redonda team react?

Yes! After Flamengo came close and with one player less, Volta Redonda opened the scoring at Raulino de Oliveira. At 16 minutes, Catatau was launched deep, entered the area on the right, and passed the ball for MV to slide it into the back of the net.

And the final stretch of the first half?

In summary, one of the few chances Flamengo had to equalize the game was with Douglas Teles, who got the rebound at the edge of the area and shot hard over the goal. After that, Volta Redonda had new chances to extend the lead, but Fla managed to hold off the opposing team.

In injury time, Flamengo had a good opportunity to level the score at Raulino de Oliveira. This happened because Douglas Telles gave a great ball to Daniel Sales, who entered the area on the right and unleashed a powerful shot. However, Avelino parried it away.

How was the second half?

The second half began with pressure from Volta Redonda. Thus, at five minutes into the second half, the team from the City of Steel extended the lead. In the play, Wagninho crossed the ball from the right, Rafael Augusto appeared alone at the far post and headed firmly to make it 2-0.

At ten minutes, Volta Redonda further extended the lead. This happened because Wellington Silva received the ball freely on the right and crossed it perfectly for Catatau to head it into Léo Nannetti's net.

However, VAR indicated offside by Wellington Silva at the start of the play. Thus, Volta Redonda's third goal didn’t count, and the game continued at 2-0. At 28 minutes, another goal was disallowed for Flamengo's rival.

In summary, Blanco made a good play on the left and crossed into the area. Catatau tried to deflect it the first time, but the ball bounced off the defense and fell cleanly for him to finish again, this time without a goalkeeper. However, the referee disallowed the goal due to an offside at the start of the play.

Did Volta Redonda manage to score the 3rd goal?

After two disallowed attempts, Volta Redonda managed to score the third goal against Flamengo. At 35 minutes into the second half, Wagninho received the ball on the right edge of the area and crossed for Dener to head it into the corner, leaving Léo Nannetti with no chance.

With this, Volta Redonda sealed the 3-0 victory against Flamengo, complicating their situation in the Campeonato Carioca. This is because, in four matches, the Most Beloved has only secured one point.

What is Flamengo's next match?

Now, Flamengo prepares for the first classic of the 2026 season. This is because, on Wednesday (21st), the Most Beloved faces Vasco in a match valid for the third round of the Campeonato Carioca. The match takes place at Maracanã, at 9:30 PM (Brasília time).

It is worth remembering that the Football Department of Flamengo has been analyzing the best possibilities for the debut of the professional squad this season. Meanwhile, the club still plans to field an alternative team next Wednesday (21st).

It is worth noting that, initially, the plan was to keep the under-20 team on the field with Bruno Pivetti in charge. However, the result against Volta Redonda might make Flamengo change its next steps.

MATCH DETAILS VOLTA REDONDA vs FLAMENGO

Competition: Campeonato Carioca, 2nd Round Location: Volta Redonda, Rio de Janeiro Date: January 17, 2026, Saturday Time: 9:30 PM (Brasília time)

Volta Redonda: Avelino; Wellington Silva, Rafael Augusto, Lucas Adell, Jean Victor; Dener, Waguinho, PK; Ygor Catatau, Blanco, and MV. Coach: Rodrigo Santana.

Flamengo: Léo Nannetti; Daniel Salles, Iago, João Victor, and Carbone; Kaio Nobrega, Pablo, and Guilherme; Douglas Telles, Joshua, and Alan Santos. Coach: Bruno Pivetti.

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