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River Plate (ARG) posted an Almada play with the song “Think of Me”

River Plate (ARG) caught the attention of Flamengo fans on social media on Sunday (06). The Argentine club posted a play by Thiago Almada that ended in a goal in the 3-1 win over Independiente Rivadavia (ARG). However, the choice of soundtrack for the post sparked a wave of responses from Rubro-Negro supporters.

WHY DID RIVER PLATE PROVOKE FLAMENGO FANS?

In the play, Almada received the ball, made a brilliant individual move, and set up Thomas Galván in a great position to score. Soon after, River Plate posted the highlight on social media to the sound of ‘Think of Me,’ a song that became popular in the 1990s with Brazilian country duo Leandro and Leonardo. “Instead of thinking about him. Instead of living and crying over him. Think of me, cry for me. Call me, no, don’t call him,” says part of the song.

The choice of song, therefore, did not go unnoticed by Flamengo fans. Very quickly, Flamengo supporters flooded the comments on the post and brought up one of the most memorable chapters in the club’s recent history.

FLAMENGO FANS RECALL HISTORIC COMEBACK IN LIMA

Despite River Plate’s provocation, the Rubro-Negro faithful took the opportunity to remember the 2019 Copa Libertadores final. On that occasion, the teams played for the title in Lima, Peru. The Argentine side took the lead and seemed to have one hand on the trophy. However, Flamengo responded in the final minutes and produced a historic comeback.

In the 43rd minute of the second half, Gabigol equalized. Shortly after, in the 46th minute, the striker found the net again and secured the 2-1 victory. As a result, Flamengo won the Libertadores and left River Plate without the title.

ALMADA TURNED DOWN FLAMENGO AND CHOSE RIVER

The provocation also had an extra twist because Almada had recently been on Flamengo’s radar. In August, the Rio club stepped up talks in an attempt to sign the Argentine attacking midfielder, who was leaving Atlético de Madrid (ESP).

However, the player chose to return to Argentine football. As a result, Almada signed with River Plate for 20 million euros, the equivalent of around R$116 million at the time. Before that, the midfielder had played for Botafogo in Brazilian football. Now, wearing River’s No. 23 shirt, the Argentine is looking to establish himself at a club in his home country.

HOW IS ALMADA DOING AT RIVER PLATE?

Since arriving at River Plate, Almada has played six matches. The midfielder started five of those games and has already scored one goal. The Argentine’s only goal came in the 3-2 win over Banfield (ARG). In addition, on Sunday, Almada once again stood out by playing a direct role in Thomas Galván’s goal against Independiente Rivadavia.

AUTHOR’S OPINION

— Flamengo avoided a financial problem by not signing Almada. He is very expensive, and the club already has good players for that role. At the same time, Jorge Carrascal has started playing well again. In addition, Paquetá and Arrascaeta can play in the position of River’s new signing — opined Pedro Paulo Catonho, journalist for Coluna do Fla.

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