Coluna do Fla
·20. September 2025
Premier League player apologises to Ayrton Lucas of Flamengo

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·20. September 2025
Declared Fan of Flamengo, João Gomes continues to follow the steps of his favorite team and even maintains contact with players from the red-black squad. The closest to the Wolverhampton (ENG) midfielder is Ayrton Lucas. However, the 'Pitbull' slipped up with his friend and apologized.
In a video produced by 'ESPN', João Gomes answers quick questions, the popular 'ping pong'. When asked which player he still has a friendship with at Flamengo, the midfielder mentioned the full-back and was surprised: “Ayrton Lucas, I forgot to reply to your message today. Sorry, brother. I'll reply later,” the Wolverhampton athlete laughed.
Best midfielders he played with: João Gomes, Arrascaeta, André, and Matheus Cunha Hardest to mark in Brazil: Hulk Hardest to mark in Europe: Doku Most impressive in training: Rodrygo Best coach: Vítor Pereira Most famous contact on the phone: Vini Jr With whom he exchanges the most stickers on WhatsApp: Matheus Cunha Funniest: Rodinei Biggest complainer: Vitinho Most stylish: Toti Gomes Worst dressed: Ayrton Lucas, André, Matheus Cunha, Rodinei Flamengo player he still has a friendship with: Ayrton Lucas Dream to achieve: play in the World Cup and Champions League
João Gomes and Ayrton Lucas played together in 2022 for Flamengo, and were key players in winning the Copa do Brasil and the Libertadores that year. However, in the following season, the midfielder was transferred to the European team.
In May, João Gomes made memorable scenes at Maracanã. During his vacation, the midfielder went to watch Flamengo vs Deportivo Táchira (VEN), for the Libertadores. Present in the North sector, amidst the Raça Rubro-Negra, he sang all the chants from the stands.
João Gomes' team is not doing well. This Saturday (20), Wolverhampton lost at home to Leeds (ENG), 3-1, in the English Championship. The midfielder was a starter for Vítor Pereira's team. After five rounds, the former Flamengo team is at the bottom, with zero points.
On the other hand, Ayrton Lucas is enjoying a streak in the starting lineup after Alex Sandro's injury. The 'Beijinho' is even hoping for a new opportunity this Sunday (21), against Vasco, in the 24th round of the Brasileirão. The match kicks off at 5:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã.
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