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What Did Iago, Former Flamengo Defender, Do on the Field with Messi?

Defender Iago joined Orlando City (USA) at the start of this season, marking his first encounter with Messi in Major League Soccer (MLS). In this situation, the former Flamengo player had a reaction with the Argentine on the field.

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Through social media, Pedro Leão, another athlete from Flamengo's youth categories, captured the moment Iago approached Messi. In the video posted by the Orlando City forward, the defender is seen extending his hand to the Argentine, who greeted him.

It is important to note that Iago started this Sunday’s match (01) on the bench. During the game, the defender got his chance. In the end, even with the former Flamengo player on the field, Orlando City was defeated by Inter Miami 4-2, with two goals from Lionel Messi.

WHEN DID IAGO LEAVE FLAMENGO?

Iago left Flamengo at the beginning of this year. After playing with the under-20 team in the first games of the Carioca, the defender was sold to Orlando City. In the deal, the Rubro-Negro received around R$ 7 million and retained a percentage of a future sale.

WHEN IS FLAMENGO'S NEXT GAME?

While Iago continues his journey in North American football, the Flamengo squad has an important mission this season. This Monday (02), the Rubro-Negro faces Madureira in the return leg of the Carioca semifinals.

In summary, the match kicks off at 9 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã. As usual, Coluna do Fla TV will provide detailed coverage of the match with on-site reporting by Rodrigo Lima and Rock Hudson on YouTube, as well as on their website and social media. Meanwhile, SporTV (cable channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the match.

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