Danilo's message to Flamengo fans after Palmeiras loss: “The sums…”

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·25 maggio 2026

Danilo's message to Flamengo fans after Palmeiras loss: “The sums…”

One of the leaders of the Rubro-Negro squad, Danilo made it clear that title calculations are only done at the end of the tournament

Flamengo lost in the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship to Palmeiras, 3-0, last Saturday (23). Out of the match due to suspension, Danilo sent a message to the Rubro-Negro fans this Monday (25). Considered one of the biggest leaders in the squad, the center back said the team does not intend to ‘live off the past,’ but that the math in the title race is done at the end of the competition.

What did Danilo say?

We’ve had a few weeks of ups and downs in both performances and results. And under no circumstances can we be satisfied. Having lived Flamengo for almost a year and a half, we know that things are good here when we win. When, at the end of it all, we bring trophies home. And that’s how it has to be. It’s time to pull together, turn frustration into motivation, and finish this first half of the season in the best way possible. At the same time, we cannot forget what we’ve built. Not living off the past, but respecting the marks of last year’s champions. The final reckoning comes at the end!

How important is Danilo to Flamengo?

In short, Flamengo signed Danilo in January 2025 and, still in that same year, the center back was crowned the great Rubro-Negro hero in the club’s Libertadores title win. Against Palmeiras in Lima, Peru, the defender rose high and scored Fla’s winning goal.

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In addition, despite not being a regular starter for Flamengo, Danilo gradually earned the trust of his teammates, the fans, and the coach. In this way, the player is one of the club’s ‘captains without the armband,’ since he plays an active role as a leader of the group behind the scenes.

What now?

Now, with Danilo available, Flamengo switches focus to the Libertadores. That’s because this Tuesday (26), the Most Beloved faces Cusco (PER) at the Maracanã. The match is valid for the sixth and final round of the South American tournament’s group stage.

It is worth remembering that the Flamengo vs. Cusco match will be broadcast live on ESPN, on pay TV, as well as on Disney+ Premium via streaming. On the other hand, Coluna do Fla will be following everything that happens in the match through the website, social media, and the YouTube channel.

What is Flamengo’s situation in the Libertadores?

Finally, Flamengo leads Group A of the Libertadores with 13 points. As a result, the team coached by Leonardo Jardim has secured first place and qualified for the round of 16 of the South American tournament, since no other team in the group can catch them.