Flamengo’s trip to the Club World Cup got off to a chaotic start. Fans swarmed Galeão Airport, but things quickly turned ugly. The police stepped in, using tear gas, rubber bullets, and stun grenades to control the crowd.
The Scene at the Airport
The atmosphere was electric, with fans cheering and waving flags. But as the team prepared to depart, tensions rose. Protesters angry about midfielder Gerson’s rumored move to Zenit Saint Petersburg made their voices heard. They waved fake money with Gerson’s face on it and jeered the player.
Simplesmente levaram uma nota de 3 reais com a cara do Gerson para o aerofla pic.twitter.com/BcSIFVgCAo
— Planeta do Flamengo (@fla_infos) June 11, 2025
The team’s focus now shifts to the tournament. Flamengo has four training sessions scheduled before their opening match against Espérance Tunis. They’ll then face Chelsea and Los Angeles FC in the group stage.
Upcoming Matches
- vs. Espérance Tunis (opening match)
- vs. Chelsea (second match)
- vs. Los Angeles FC (final group stage match)
The club’s fans will be watching closely, hoping their team can bring home the title. Despite the chaotic departure, the team remains focused on the task at hand. As they take to the field, they’ll look to put the drama behind them and make a strong run in the tournament.