Pedro and Leonardo Jardim clear the air after Flamengo substitution flashpoint | OneFootball

Pedro ended a barren run and became the flashpoint of Flamengo’s win over Red Bull Bragantino, scoring then reacting to his substitution before relations were smoothed over at full time.

According to Coluna Do Fla, Leonardo Jardim had prepared two changes before the corner that produced Pedro’s goal at the Maracanã on Sunday. As celebrations subsided, the striker was told he would be coming off.

Pedro gestured towards the coach seeking an explanation, and Jardim tried to clarify on the touchline before the forward headed for the bench. After the final whistle the pair embraced, drawing a line under the incident.

In the mixed zone, Pedro said his frustration stemmed from a desire to stay on and chase more goals. He stressed there was no issue with Jardim, and underlined his respect for Bruno Henrique, who replaced him, adding that Flamengo’s victory matters most.

Jardim said Pedro wanted to remain on the pitch, which he noted is normal for players at that level, and joked the post-match hug left his back sore. He added that the substitution had already been set, he opted for Bruno for the duels, and he hopes Pedro enjoys a good moment with Brazil.

With the drought over, Pedro now joins Brazil for the international window after being called up by Carlo Ancelotti, with matches against Australia and India. Flamengo train through the break before visiting Santos on 8 October, 19:30 Brasília time, at Vila Belmiro.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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