Rossi praises Flamengo’s sacrifice and leadership after rainy victory

By:Luzia AiresBrazilian Serie A06/09/2026at 19:50

Rossi highlights the squad’s spirit of resilience following a win over Remo, a result that puts Flamengo momentarily at the top of the Brazilian Serie A table.

Flamengo overcame both difficult weather conditions and Remo‘s tight marking this Sunday (Oct 6), securing a 1-0 victory at Mangueirão during the 26th round of the Brazilian Serie A. In an intense matchup, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi was one of the standout figures, celebrating a result that places the club from Gávea at the top of the standings, at least for the moment.

The match was a true test of resilience. Under constant rain that battered the pitch and made the game slow and choppy, the team led by the manager managed to impose themselves both physically and tactically. The performance reinforces the maturity of the squad at a crucial moment in the season.

The factor of resilience on the pitch

The Argentine goalkeeper valued the collective effort required to secure the points before upcoming continental commitments. For Rossi, the difficult scenario was overcome by the players’ commitment:

“The most important thing was the team’s sacrifice, the sacrifice of every player who stepped onto the pitch, because the field was heavy and became even more so with the rain. I want to congratulate the team for the victory; it’s always very important to win away from home.”

The goalkeeper also highlighted the planning put in place by the coaching staff. The goal of earning nine points in a decisive sequence was successfully achieved, propelling the team with three consecutive victories—against Botafogo, Mirassol, and now Remo.

Samuel Lino’s decisive moment

Between the lines, Flamengo met resistance from goalkeeper Marcelo Rangel, who denied the visitors on several occasions during the first half and part of the second. The persistence of the attack, however, was rewarded in the 19th minute of the second half. Following a precise assist from Arrascaeta, Samuel Lino found the back of the net with a subtle toe-poke, securing the fundamental three points for Mais Querido.

Full focus on the Libertadores

With 54 points accumulated, the group now shifts its focus entirely to the Libertadores. The challenge this Thursday (Oct 10) will be an away match against Independiente Del Valle in Ecuador. The first leg of the quarterfinals, scheduled for 9:30 PM, will be broadcast on ESPN and the Disney+ streaming service.

The winning streak in the national competition provides confidence for a squad chasing international glory. The M360 Team will continue to closely follow every step the club takes toward its ultimate goal.