Ex-Flamengo star nets historic goal, Portuguese side reach Conference League | OneFootball

Which former Flamengo player scored a decisive goal in Europe?

The forward Wendel made history at Santa Clara, in Portugal. That’s because, even with little time at the club, the Flamengo youth product scored one of the goals in the team’s victory over Larne, from Northern Ireland. With the contribution of the former Rubro-Negro athlete, the Portuguese team secured a spot in the playoffs of the 2025/26 UEFA Conference League.

Santa Clara and Larne competed for a spot in the League. Right in the first leg, the Portuguese team defeated their opponent 3-0 away from home, with one of the goals scored by Wendel. Then, on Thursday (14), the teams drew 0-0 playing in Portugal. Thus, due to the aggregate score, the team of the Flamengo youth product secured qualification.

DID SANTA CLARA ACHIEVE A HISTORIC FEAT?

Yes! By overcoming Larne, Santa Clara matched the achievement from the 2021/22 season, when they also secured a spot in the UEFA Conference League playoffs. In other words, Wendel is part of the squad that will be remembered for this accomplishment in the Portuguese team.

SPEAKING, WENDEL!

“We knew the importance of the Conference League for the club and we are working hard for this competition, aiming for qualification in the league phase. I’m happy to contribute with goals and to see the team reach the playoffs once again. Everyone deserves congratulations for their effort. Now we have to work even harder to go further than before and make history.”, said Wendel.

WHAT WAS WENDEL’S JOURNEY AT FLAMENGO LIKE?

Wendel came up through the youth ranks at Flamengo. In the under-20s, the forward scored the goal that gave the team the 2018 Copinha title over São Paulo, right at Pacaembu. As a professional, the player didn’t have many opportunities, but he was part of the squad that won the Campeonato Carioca in 2020.

WHEN IS SANTA CLARA’S NEXT MATCH, WENDEL’S TEAM?

In pursuit of a definitive spot in the UEFA Conference League, Santa Clara faces Shamrock Rovers, from Ireland. The first match takes place next Thursday (21), in Portugal. The second and decisive clash will be held on Irish soil.

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