Bruno Henrique’s defence reacts to court ruling, addresses fans

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·14 November 2025

Bruno Henrique’s defence reacts to court ruling, addresses fans

STJD acquits Bruno Henrique of alleged favoritism towards bettors

On Thursday (13th), the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) voted to acquit Bruno Henrique of ‘fraud’ related to betting. As a result, by a vote of 6 to 4, the Flamengo striker was only fined R$ 100,000, a decision celebrated by the player’s defense team.

In summary, in the official statement sent to the Coluna do Fla team, the defense of Bruno Henrique celebrated the court’s decision. In addition, lawyer Alexandre Vitorino sent a message to the Flamengo fans.

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What was Bruno Henrique’s defense statement?

Brazilian Sports Justice, once again, reaffirmed its independence and impartiality, applying the law with balance, technical rigor, and a sense of fairness, without being influenced by undue external pressures. Bruno Henrique fully respects the STJD’s decision, which, throughout the process, dismissed excessive accusations and disregarded fanciful narratives lacking evidentiary support. The initial version of the facts proved incompatible with the entire trajectory of an athlete who has always conducted his career with integrity, professionalism, and dedication to football. Bruno publicly reaffirms his commitment to ethical, responsible conduct, and to upholding the values of sport. He also expresses deep gratitude to his family, to Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, and to the Rubro-Negro fans, who stood firmly by his side and spared no effort in defending the truth. Alexandre Vitorino.

What happened?

In summary, Bruno Henrique received a yellow card in the match against Santos, a game valid for the 2023 Brazilian Championship. On that occasion, the striker was shown a red card after receiving a second yellow at Mané Garrincha Stadium.

As a result, Bruno Henrique was accused of allegedly favoring bettors by receiving the second yellow card. Initially, the STJD imposed a fine of R$ 100,000 and a 12-match suspension on the number 27.

However, the athlete’s defense secured a suspensive effect and the striker continued playing. In the meantime, the STJD’s full panel judged the Flamengo striker again. In the session, it was decided that the number 27 would only have to pay the R$ 100,000 fine.

What now?

Now, free to play, Bruno Henrique can continue representing Flamengo. Thus, the player is expected to be a starter in the match against Sport this Saturday (15th) at Arena Pernambuco.

In short, the teams will play the postponed match from the 12th round of the Brasileirão, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time). Finally, Amazon Prime Video, via streaming, will broadcast the Flamengo vs. Sport match.

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