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Which former Flamengo center-back scored in the match between América-MG and Criciúma?

América-MG and Criciúma took the field on Tuesday (23) in a match valid for the Brasileirão Série B. In the clash played at Arena Independência, César Martins, a former Flamengo center-back, scored a stunning goal in the Santa Catarina team’s win.

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It is important to point out that César Martins became a talking point after scoring a brilliant goal in Criciúma’s victory. That is because, besides the play drawing attention, many fans remembered that the center-back once became a ‘goalkeeper’ while playing for Flamengo.

WHAT HAPPENED WITH CÉSAR MARTINS AT FLAMENGO?

Ten years ago, César Martins was playing for Flamengo. In a match against Palmeiras in that season’s Brasileirão, the defender showed another specialty. On that occasion, the player saved a shot from Gabriel Jesus at Mané Garrincha Stadium in Brasília.

César Martins’ action went viral at the time because he was not playing as a goalkeeper. As a result, with that play, the center-back ended up being sent off and, on top of that, Palmeiras were awarded a penalty.

HOW WAS CÉSAR MARTINS’ SPELL AT FLAMENGO?

César Martins joined Flamengo in the 2015 season and left the club in the middle of 2016. As such, the defender did not manage to win any titles and played only 34 matches wearing the Sacred Shirt.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S SITUATION IN THE 2026 SEASON?

While César Martins continues his career and scores goals for Criciúma, the Flamengo squad is focused on the rest of the 2026 season. After being given a few vacation days, the Rubro-Negro squad returned last Friday (19) at the Ninho do Urubu training center.

WHAT WILL FLAMENGO’S STAY IN PORTUGAL BE LIKE?

In short, Flamengo will have the Algarve as its base during the training camp in Portugal. In addition to training activities, the Rubro-Negro players will play three friendlies against River Plate (ARG), Lausanne Sports (SUI), and Benfica (POR).

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