Flamengo unveil new signing for the 2026 season | OneFootball

Who is the new signing for Flamengo's women's football team?

Flamengo continues to prepare for the 2026 season, aiming to maintain the club’s high standards. Thus, the women’s football team is also undergoing a squad overhaul. In this context, Mengão has announced the signing of defender Layza Cavalcanti.

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At 23 years old, defender Layza Cavalcanti is the newest player for Flamengo for 2026. Previously wearing the Cruzeiro shirt, the athlete arrives to strengthen the red-and-black squad in the Copa Rio, the Brazilian Championship, the Copa do Brasil, and the Campeonato Carioca.

What did Layza say?

— My expectations couldn’t be higher. Wearing the Sacred Mantle represents the fulfillment of a dream and a great honor. Being at a club of such greatness is a source of pride and responsibility. May it be a blessed year, full of hard work, growth, and achievements for all of us,” said Flamengo’s new player.

Who is Layza, Flamengo’s new player?

Born in São Paulo, Layza was discovered by Vila Guarani-SP. In addition, the defender has played for Santos, Atlético-MG, and Cruzeiro. Now, wearing the Flamengo shirt, the player aims to “fill” her résumé with titles.

How did Flamengo’s women’s team do in 2025?

The Meninas da Gávea began the 2025 season by winning the Copa Rio title, finishing the championship at the top. In the Supercopa do Brasil, Flamengo was eliminated in the semifinals after a 1-0 defeat to São Paulo.

Furthermore, in the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo finished the initial stage in fifth place, but was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Palmeiras. In the Copa do Brasil, the Meninas da Gávea were knocked out in the round of 16 by São Paulo. Finally, Mengão ended the year lifting the Carioca title, after defeating Fluminense in the final.

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