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Flamengo triumphs over Vasco in the Brazil-Japan Friendship Under-15 Cup

The youngsters from Ninho have many reasons to celebrate this Friday (05). That's because, in the grand final of the Brazil-Japan Friendship Under-15 Cup, Flamengo faced Vasco and, having the upper hand over the Carioca rival in penalties, took the title of the competition.

The final showdown between Flamengo and Vasco was fiercely contested, with goal opportunities for both sides. However, the first half ended in a 0-0 draw. Right after the break, at the very first minute, Marcos Pierre scored for Mengão. However, at 21′, the team from São Januário leveled the score.

Given this scenario, the final had to be decided on penalties. In a balanced dispute, the youngsters from Ninho showed coolness in the shots and beat Vasco 8 to 7. Thus, the title of the Brazil-Japan Friendship Under-15 Cup went to Gávea.

HOW DID THE BRAZIL-JAPAN FRIENDSHIP UNDER-15 CUP UNFOLD?

The Brazil-Japan Friendship Under-15 Cup took place at Zico's Training Center (CFZ), which brought together several teams. In addition to Flamengo and Vasco, the competition also featured other Brazilian teams, including Fluminense and Cruzeiro.

WHAT IS THE SITUATION OF FLAMENGO'S YOUTH CATEGORIES?

It's important to note that this is not the first title of Flamengo's under-15 team this season. That's because, recently, the youngsters from Ninho won the Carioca in the category, breaking a club drought of more than seven years without winning the competition.

Speaking of another category, such as the under-20, Flamengo is also reaping good results. Just this season, the team won two important titles. They are: the Libertadores of America and the Club World Cup.

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