Coluna do Fla
·20 avril 2026
Evertton Araújo credits Leonardo Jardim for Flamengo's fine form

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·20 avril 2026

Flamengo made home advantage count and beat Bahia 2-0 this Sunday (19), in the 12th round of the Brasileirão. Taking advantage of his opportunities as a starter, Evertton Araújo continues to earn praise from the Rubro-Negro fans. As a result, the defensive midfielder highlighted the importance of Leonardo Jardim in helping him maintain his good form.
— Without a doubt, he (Jardim) was very important. As soon as he arrived, he spoke with me and said the opportunities would come, because the schedule is very packed. Unfortunately, the other defensive midfielders got injured, but whoever comes in has to get the job done — he said, before adding:
— Thank God I’ve been able to help the club when I’ve had my opportunities. I talk a lot with Jardim, and he gives me many tips on how to move the game forward and how to keep improving more and more — concluded Evertton Araújo.
Yes! Evertton Araújo has been in the starting lineup in Flamengo’s last few matches. That is because the two players considered first-choice in the position are currently under the care of the Medical Department. Jorginho is recovering from a muscle injury in his left calf, while Pulgar is being treated for an injury to his right shoulder.
At the moment, Evertton Araújo has played 17 matches in the 2026 season, with one assist. Seen as an important player by former coach Filipe Luís, the youngster is looking to establish himself more and more under Leonardo Jardim.
With Evertton Araújo available, Flamengo is preparing to make its debut in the Copa do Brasil. This Wednesday (22), Leonardo Jardim’s team will face Vitória at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, in the first leg of the competition’s fifth round.
As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Vitória through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV), SporTV (cable TV), and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Copa do Brasil match.
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