Pedro’s celebration explained in Flamengo v Chapecoense match

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·23 de julio de 2026

Pedro’s celebration explained in Flamengo v Chapecoense match

Pedro scored twice in Flamengo’s win

Flamengo beat Chapecoense this Wednesday (22), 4-0, in the 19th round of the Brasileirão. Wearing Mengão’s No. 9 shirt, Pedro scored two goals in the match and caught the attention of the red-and-black fans during the celebration of his first goal. So, the striker explained the gesture.

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Pedro’s celebration was inspired by verse 105 of Psalm 119 in the Bible, which says: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path”. In a post on social media, the No. 9 shared the video of his first goal with the text in the caption.

How did Pedro’s goals in Flamengo vs. Chapecoense happen?

Pedro’s first goal came in the 25th minute of the first half. On the play, the No. 9 received a pass from Bruno Henrique, dribbled past two defenders, and finished into the goalkeeper Matheus Aurélio’s left corner, opening the scoring for Flamengo.

Then, in the 41st minute of the second half, Pedro scored his second goal and Flamengo’s fourth at Arena Condá. Samuel Lino struck from outside the box, and the No. 9 flicked the ball with his head, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance and putting the game to bed for Chapecoense.

What did Pedro say after Flamengo vs. Chapecoense?

After the final whistle, Pedro gave an interview on the sidelines and was asked about not being included in Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil squad for the World Cup. Flamengo’s No. 9 did not lament the Italian’s decision and was already looking ahead to the 2030 World Cup.

I always say that I have to do well at Flamengo, and the national team will be a consequence of the work I do here. But I was there as a fan, like every Brazilian, cheering for the national team. Unfortunately, we didn’t make it, but now it’s time to start the new cycle for 2030, play good football and, God willing, bring home the sixth title, which is what everyone wants. Everyone works for that, and I hope to keep working for that as well,” said the Flamengo striker.

When is Flamengo’s next match?

With Pedro available, Flamengo return to the field this Sunday (26) to face São Paulo. Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, in the 20th round of the Brazilian Championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla brings you all the details about Flamengo in the 2026 season. So, stay tuned to the website, social media, and YouTube. In addition, Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the match against São Paulo.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.