Premier League player apologises to Ayrton Lucas of Flamengo

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·20 de setembro de 2025

Premier League player apologises to Ayrton Lucas of Flamengo

Ayrton Lucas still keeps in touch with João Gomes, from Wolverhampton (ENG)

Declared fan of Flamengo, João Gomes continues to follow the steps of his favorite team and even keeps in touch with athletes from the red-black squad. The closest to the Wolverhampton (ENG) midfielder is Ayrton Lucas. However, the 'Pitbull' slipped with his friend and apologized.

In a video produced by 'ESPN', João Gomes answers quick questions, the popular 'ping pong'. When asked about which player he is still friends with at Flamengo, the midfielder mentioned the fullback and was surprised: "Ayrton Lucas, I forgot to respond to your message today. Sorry, brother. I'll respond later", the Wolverhampton player had fun.

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WHAT WERE JOÃO GOMES' ANSWERS?

Best midfielders he played with: João Gomes, Arrascaeta, André and Matheus Cunha Hardest to mark in Brazil: Hulk Hardest to mark in Europe: Doku Most impressive in training: Rodrygo Best coach: Vítor Pereira Most famous contact on the phone: Vini Jr Who he exchanges more stickers with on WhatsApp: Matheus Cunha Funniest: Rodinei Biggest complainer: Vitinho Most stylish: Toti Gomes Worst dressed: Ayrton Lucas, André, Matheus Cunha, Rodinei Flamengo player he is still friends with: Ayrton Lucas Wish to fulfill: play in the World Cup and Champions League

WHEN DID AYRTON LUCAS AND JOÃO GOMES PLAY TOGETHER?

João Gomes and Ayrton Lucas played together in 2022, for Flamengo, and were important pieces in the conquests of the titles of the Brazil Cup and the Libertadores that year. However, in the following season, the midfielder was transferred to the European team.

DOES JOÃO GOMES STILL SUPPORT FLAMENGO?

In May, João Gomes starred in memorable scenes at Maracanã. The midfielder, during his vacation, went to watch Flamengo x Deportivo Táchira (VEN), for the Libertadores. Present in the North sector, in the middle of the Raça Rubro-Negra, the homegrown player sang all the grandstand songs.

HOW ARE JOÃO GOMES AND AYRTON LUCAS DOING AT THE MOMENT?

The phase of João Gomes' team is not good. This Saturday (20), Wolverhampton lost at home to Leeds (ENG), by 3 to 1, for the English Championship. The midfielder was a starter for Vítor Pereira's team. After five rounds, the team of the former Flamengo player is in the last place, with zero point.

On the other hand, Ayrton Lucas is in a sequence in the starting lineup after Alex Sandro's injury. In fact, the 'Beijinho' expects a new opportunity this Sunday (21), against Vasco, for the 24th round of the Brasileirão. Therefore, the ball rolls from 17:30 (Brasília time), at Maracanã.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.