Gerson’s father Marcão on why he attended Flamengo v Cruzeiro | OneFootball

Marcão was harassed at Maracanã by Flamengo fans

Flamengo defeated Cruzeiro this Wednesday (11), 2-0, in the fifth round of the Brasileirão. The match also marked the reunion of Gerson and Marcão, the player's father, with the red-black fans. In contact with the Coluna do Fla report, the agent explained the reason for watching the game at Maracanã.

“We already knew there would be boos. I never left my son alone, and I wouldn't leave him alone in that packed Maracanã yesterday. I felt it was my duty to share the responsibility with him, it's my role too“, said Marcão.

How was the reunion between Gerson, Marcão, and Flamengo?

Gerson experienced a true nightmare during the game between Flamengo and Cruzeiro, this Wednesday (11). After all, the midfielder was booed every time he touched the ball throughout the match. Thus, the red-black fans shouted: “Hey, Gerson, go f*** yourself” and “Ah! You're a mercenary” as a provocation to the player.

Additionally, fans present at Maracanã improvised a chant: “Gerson, mercenary. Take your father and go to hell”. However, the provocation was not only directed at the player. This is because Marcão, the player's agent, was even expelled from Maracanã by the red-black fans.

Why did Flamengo fans protest against Gerson and Marcão?

Gerson was marked by a turbulent departure from Flamengo. This is because, shortly after renewing his contract, the midfielder accepted an offer to wear Zenit's jersey in mid-2025. Thus, the player lost prestige with the red-black fans and gained a reputation as a ‘mercenary’.

What is Flamengo's next match?

Flamengo now 'switches gears' and begins preparation for the next commitment of the season. This Saturday (14), Leonardo Jardim's team faces Botafogo at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at Estádio Nilton Santos, for the sixth round of the Brasileirão.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match between Flamengo and Botafogo, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Prime Video, in streaming, will broadcast the Brasileirão match.

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