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Jorginho Plays a Leadership Role Behind the Scenes at Flamengo Regardless of the Armband

In Flamengo's 3-0 victory over Botafogo on Saturday (14), Flamengo, Jorginho had the chance to wear the captain's armband for the first time. In short, the idea is to recognize the midfielder for his leadership behind the scenes at Fla.

It is worth noting that Jorginho does not make many public appearances. However, the player always steps up when necessary. In this interim, the number 21 focuses more on internal activities within the Flamengo group.

What is Jorginho's Leadership Like?

First and foremost, it is important to highlight that Jorginho is always one of the first players to arrive at Ninho do Urubu and one of the last to leave. According to GE, even on the team's days off, the midfielder has been seen at Flamengo's training center doing activities.

Moreover, at the peak of his 34 years, the experienced midfielder has the habit of talking to younger players in Flamengo's daily routine. Thus, managers consider Jorginho a positive influence on various players.

Despite his care for younger players, Jorginho uses his experience and the affection of his colleagues to act in more 'delicate' moments at Flamengo. In the controversy involving Filipe Luís's public statements about Pedro, it was the midfielder who supported and advised the number 9 in his comeback.

Did Jorginho 'Jump the Queue'?

No! In summary, despite wearing the armband for the first time on Saturday (14), Jorginho did not jump the queue in the red-black hierarchy. This is because, since 2025, Arrascaeta has taken on the armband, which is shared with Bruno Henrique, Alex Sandro, and Léo Pereira, after the departure of Gerson.

Thus, on Saturday (14), against Botafogo, Arrascaeta was a substitute and Bruno Henrique was not available. As a result, after Leonardo Jardim replaced Léo Pereira, who was captain, along with Alex Sandro, Jorginho took the armband.

And Now?

Now, with Jorginho available, Flamengo is preparing to face Remo on Thursday (19), in a match valid for the seventh round of the Brasileirão. The match will take place at Maracanã, starting at 8 PM (Brasília time).

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