With a spectacular goal that went viral online, forward Josmar secured Flamengo’s 1-0 victory over Boavista and sole leadership of the Taça Guanabara U-20.
Flamengo remains strong in the race for the Campeonato Carioca U-20 title. In a hard-fought match this Saturday (22), the Rubro-Negro (Red-and-Black) defeated Boavista with a solitary goal, a result sufficient to put the team in sole possession of the lead in the Taça Guanabara, surpassing rivals Fluminense in the standings.
The standout player of the afternoon was young forward Josmar. The number 9, who has been one of the offensive pillars for the youth team, delivered a moment of rare class that took social media by storm, raising fans’ expectations for his future integration into the professional squad.
The Number 9’s Masterpiece
The play that sealed the Rubro-Negro victory began with a precise through ball from midfielder Guilherme. Upon receiving the pass, Josmar displayed composure and skill by chipping the opposing goalkeeper. Despite facing pressure from defenders, the forward won the footrace and slotted the ball into the back of the net, sealing the 1-0 scoreline.
Josmar’s spectacular goal to open the scoring against Boavista. The 17-year-old center forward now has 14 goals in 28 games for Flamengo. The beautiful assist from Guilherme is also worth noting.
Meteoritic Rise in the Youth Ranks
Signed from Avaí in March 2026 for R$3.5 million, Josmar quickly adapted to Rio de Janeiro. At 17 years old, the center forward has scored 14 goals in 28 matches, becoming the top scorer in his category. The young talent’s impact is immediate, as he has found the back of the net in each of the first three rounds of the current Taça Guanabara edition.
Caution at Rubro-Negro
While Josmar‘s performance excites the fanbase, Flamengo‘s board maintains a calm approach. The club follows a multidisciplinary development plan to ensure the athlete’s transition to the professional team is handled without rushing. Currently, the main squad’s offense is led by Pedro, also featuring players like Bruno Henrique and Wallace Yan.
The M360 team expects that, by maintaining this consistency, the “Garoto do Ninho” (Ninho’s Kid) will soon earn his first opportunities under coach Leonardo Jardim, joining the group competing in the season’s major tournaments.
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