Hero! Rossi saves penalties as Flamengo win Carioca vs Fluminense | OneFootball

Agustín Rossi shines again in penalty shootouts wearing Flamengo's jersey

You can shout "champion," Nation! Flamengo won the Campeonato Carioca title this Sunday (08), after defeating Fluminense in penalties. Flamengo's goalkeeper, Agustín Rossi, shone once more in the penalty shootout and secured the trophy for the Most Beloved.

Flamengo defeated Fluminense 5-4 in the penalty shootout. The first shot saved by Rossi was Guga's, who aimed at the Argentine's right corner. In the last penalty, the number 1 of Mengão jumped to the left side and prevented Otávio's goal.

Does Rossi often become a ‘wall’ in penalty shootouts?

Yes! It's worth noting that this is not the first time Rossi has saved Flamengo in a penalty shootout. In the Libertadores 2025, for instance, the Argentine secured Mengão's spot in the semifinals after defeating Estudiantes (ARG) in penalties.

How many Carioca titles has Flamengo won?

With this Sunday's (08) trophy, Flamengo reached its 40th Carioca title. Thus, the Rubro-Negro further solidifies its lead in the ranking, as Fluminense, in second place, has only 33 trophies.

Moreover, Flamengo achieved a consecutive three-time championship in the Carioca with the title in the 2026 season. After all, the Rubro-Negro also lifted the state trophy in 2024, against Nova Iguaçu, and in 2025, also against Fluminense.

When is Flamengo's next match?

After winning the Carioca, Flamengo shifts its focus back to the Brasileirão. This Wednesday (11), Leonardo Jardim's team faces Cruzeiro at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the fifth round of the national championship. As usual, Coluna do Fla will provide all the details of the match.

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