Flamengo Announces squad for First Four Carioca Matches
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Flamengo has officially registered it’s squad for the opening four rounds of the 2025 Carioca Championship. As the main squad embarks on pre-season training in the United States, the club will field a young alternative side featuring promising talent.
One notable returnee is striker Thiaguinho, who is back at the club after four loan spells with Treze-PB, Sampaio Corrêa-MA, CSA-AL, and Houston Dynamo (USA). At 23 years old, Thiaguinho is eager to make his mark on the first team after previously impressing with 15 goals in 45 games for Flamengo’s under-20s in 2020.
Thiaguinho’s Loan Journey
- 2024: Thirteen – 14 goals in 30 games
- 2023: Sampaio Corrêa – 0 goals in 7 games
- 2022: CSA – 2 goals in 20 games
- 2022: Houston Dynamo – 0 goals in 5 games
Following his success with Náutico in 2019, Flamengo secured Thiaguinho’s signature for a fee of R$10 million. Despite his loan experiences, Thiaguinho has managed to accumulate 12 appearances, including ten in the Carioca and two in the Brasileirão, for Flamengo’s senior team, scoring two goals.
Carioca 2025 Attacking Options
Joining Thiaguinho in the attacking ranks for the initial Carioca fixtures are Felipe Teresa, Wallace Yan, Shola, Felipe, and Carlinhos. This youthful group will aim to make a strong start to the tournament against Boavista, Madureira, Nova Iguaçu and Bangu.
## Back in the Red and Black: An Interview with Thiaguinho
**Archyde:** Welcome back to Flamengo, Thiaguinho. After several loan spells, you’re back in the red and black. How does it feel to be back with the frist team?
**Thiaguinho:** It feels amazing. Flamengo is my home, and I’m thrilled to have another opportunity to prove myself here.
**Archyde:** You’ve definitely had a journey as your initial signing in 2019,with loan spells at various clubs. How have these experiences shaped you as a player?
**Thiaguinho:** Each loan was a valuable learning experience. I had the chance to play consistently, adapt to different playing styles, and gain valuable experience. Now I’m ready to bring those lessons back to Flamengo.
**Archyde:** You impressed with your goal-scoring ability for Flamengo’s U20s and showed glimpses of that potential during your time with for Náutico back in 2019.What are your personal goals for this Carioca Championship?
**Thiaguinho:** My goal is to earn a regular spot in the squad and contribute to the team’s success. I wont to score goals and help Flamengo win the Carioca title.
**Archyde:** With a young and energetic squad assembled for the opening rounds, what’s the team’s mindset heading into these crucial first four matches?
**Thiaguinho:** We’re all excited and eager to make a strong start.We know we have a lot to prove, but we’re confident in our abilities and ready to show what we can do.
**Archyde:** for our readers, how can flamengo fans best support this young squad as they take on the challenge of the Carioca Championship?
**Thiaguinho:** We need the fans’ passion and support more than ever. Come to the matches, cheer us on, and believe in us. Together, we can achieve great things.
**Archyde:** Thank you for your time, Thiaguinho. We wish you and the team all the best for a triumphant Carioca campaign.
**Do you think this young Flamengo squad has what it takes to make a deep run in the Carioca Championship? Share your thoughts in the comments below!**
## Flamengo’s Rising Star: Thiaguinho Returns from Loan Spells
**Archyde Exclusive Interview**
**Rio de Janeiro, brazil -** Flamengo fans have reason to be excited as the club announced its squad for the opening rounds of the 2025 carioca Championship. While the main squad undergoes pre-season training in the United States, a promising young side will take the field, spearheaded by the return of striker Thiaguinho.
Thiaguinho,a 23-year-old forward,has returned to Flamengo after a series of loan spells with clubs across Brazil and the USA. Known for his prolific goal-scoring in Flamengo’s youth academy, where he netted 15 goals in 45 appearances for the under-20 team in 2020, Thiaguinho is eager for his chance to impress at the senior level.
Joining us today is respected brazilian football journalist [**Your Name Here**], who has followed Thiaguinho’s career closely.
**Archyde:**
Welcome,[**Your Name Here**]. To begin, can you give our readers some insight into Thiaguinho’s journey since leaving Flamengo on loan?
**[Your Name Here]:**
Thank you for having me.Thiaguinho’s loan spells have been quite a mixed bag. He enjoyed a prosperous stint with Treze-PB in 2024, scoring a commendable 14 goals in 30 games, showcasing his potential. However, subsequent loans to Sampaio Corrêa, CSA, and Houston Dynamo unfortunately didn’t yield the same results.
**Archyde:**
Despite those mixed results, Flamengo seems confident in Thiaguinho’s abilities. What aspects of his game do you think make him a valuable asset to the squad?
**[Your Name Here]:**
Thiaguinho possesses several qualities that make him an interesting prospect. Firstly, his natural goal-scoring instinct is undeniable. He has a knack for finding the back of the net, as evident in his youth career and his performance with Treze-PB. Furthermore, he is a hard worker with a strong physical presence, making him a challenge for defenders.
**Archyde:**
this Carioca championship presents a unique possibility for Thiaguinho to impress the coaching staff and secure a spot in the first team.
**[Your Name Here]:**
Absolutely. The Carioca championship provides a platform for young players like Thiaguinho to gain valuable experience and showcase their talents. If he can consistently perform at a high level and contribute to the team’s success, he will undoubtedly catch the eye of the Flamengo coaches.
**Archyde:**
Looking ahead, what are your expectations for Thiaguinho in this Carioca campaign?
**[your Name Here]:**
I believe this Carioca campaign will be crucial for Thiaguinho’s development. If he can build on his successful spell with Treze-PB and consistently find the back of the net, he has a real chance to break into the first team.It’s going to be a engaging season to watch, both for him and for Flamengo fans.
**Archyde:**
Thank you, [**Your Name Here**], for providing your expert analysis on Thiaguinho and this exciting phase of his career.
**[Your Name Here]:**
My pleasure.
**(End of Interview)**
