The recent elimination of Flemish in the Libertadores against Peñarol brought tension to the surface between the coach Tite and the influencer Gabriel Reisbetter known as Paparazzo Rubro-Negro. The clash took place behind the scenes at the press conference, after the game, when Reis demanded a promise that, according to him, the coach had made previously.
The charge of Paparazzo Rubro-Negro
Paparazzo Rubro-Negro, who is one of the main influencers linked to Flamengo and follows the team in all games, both in Brazil and abroad, confronted Tite shortly after the match. Reis mentioned a promise that had been made by the coach, after Flamengo’s defeat at Maracanã in the first game of the series. According to the influencer, Tite would have stated that the team would score in the return game.
Tite refutes the accusations
Visibly irritated by the charge, Tite promptly responded, clarifying that he had never promised a goal, but rather made a projection. The coach was firm in his response to the journalist, highlighting that predicting football results is not an exact science.
The dialogue between Tite and Paparazzo
The moment of tension was evident in the exchange of words between the two. Paparazzo teased: “There’s going to be a goal, right? Nice, thanks! Goal scored!” In response, Tite replied: “I designed it! It’s one thing to project, it’s another to promise! I don’t have a crystal ball!“. The coach’s direct response sought to reaffirm that the commitment to score a goal was, in fact, an expectation and not a guarantee.
Collective and more explanations from Tite
At the press conference, Tite took the opportunity to clarify the issue again. Without changing his tone, he explained that there was never a formal promise. “Did I promise that we would score a goal or did I project it? I designed it!“, reinforced the coach. He highlighted that it is natural for people to demand the team, but that “promise” of a goal was not part of his statements.
Tite and the difference between projection and promise
The point raised by Tite is relevant in the sporting context, where the coach emphasized that it is not possible to make concrete promises about what will happen on the field. For him, the word “projection” was used to demonstrate optimism and confidence in the team’s performance, but without absolute guarantees.
Flamengo remains focused on the Brasileirão
With the elimination in the Libertadores, Flamengo now turns its attention to the Brazilian Championship. The next challenge will be Athletico Paranaense, in a game scheduled for Sunday (29), at Maracanã. For Tite, the focus now is to ensure that the team recovers quickly and returns to its good form.
Pressure on Tite after elimination
Flamengo’s elimination from the Libertadores brought additional pressure on coach Tite, who arrived at the club with the mission of recovering the team’s performance. The demand for immediate results is a constant in Brazilian football, and the coach knows that the time for adjustments is short.
The role of influencers in sports coverage
The confrontation between Tite and Paparazzo Rubro-Negro also reflects a new dynamic in football, where influencers have increasingly gained space and relevance in club coverage. With millions of followers on social media, figures like Paparazzo have a significant influence on public opinion, something that coaches and players need to deal with.
Relationship between Tite and Flamengo fans
Tite’s relationship with Flamengo fans is still under construction. Despite being an experienced and successful coach, he faces natural challenges when taking over one of the most high-pressure clubs in Brazilian football. The demand for victories, titles and, above all, good performances is constant, and the early elimination in the Libertadores increases this demand.
Flamengo’s next steps under Tite’s command
Flamengo now has the Brasileirão as its main focus, and Tite knows he needs to quickly get the team back on track. The clash against Athletico Paranaense will be crucial to measure the atmosphere at Maracanã and the confidence of the fans. With the pressure of a positive result, the coach will have the mission to motivate the squad and adjust the mistakes that led to their elimination in the Libertadores.
Summary for those in a hurry
- Flamengo was eliminated from the Libertadores by Peñarol.
- After the game, Tite discussed with influencer Paparazzo Rubro-Negro.
- Paparazzo called for a “promise” of a goal that Tite would have made.
- Tite clarified that he made a projection, not a promise.
- The coach now focuses on the Brasileirão, with the next game against Athletico.
- The elimination increases the pressure on Tite in charge of Flamengo.
Source: Atrevida
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