Flamengo Draws 2-2 with Santos; Rossi Criticized by Bernardo
After building a 2-0 lead, the Rio club conceded a draw following a goalkeeper blunder, Jorginho's red card, and disputed refereeing.
Flamengo led Santos 2-0 in the Campeonato Brasileiro but conceded a 2-2 draw following pivotal moments. Pundit Bernardo Ramos broke down Agustín Rossi's performance, Leonardo Jardim's managerial decisions, and Anderson Daronco's controversial officiating.
Flamengo held a 2-0 lead over Santos in the Campeonato Brasileiro, but conceded a 2-2 draw in a match that had appeared entirely under control. The decisive moment came from a high-risk play from the back by Rossi, a move that ended in a penalty conceded by Jorginho and a red card for the midfielder, who is now confirmed to miss the derby against Fluminense.
Rossi's errors and calls for board action
In the video above, Bernardo Ramos analyzes the key moments of the match and assesses the goalkeeper's responsibility in the final result. For Bernardo, Rossi was the main culprit behind the dropped two points, pointing to complacency and a pattern of serious mistakes—recalling previous lapses against Fluminense and Paris Saint-Germain. Additionally, the commentator demanded direct intervention from director José Boto and the coaching staff regarding the keeper's on-pitch attitude.
Anderson Daronco's officiating and Neymar's impact
Referee Anderson Daronco's management of the game was also central to the discussion and was described by Bernardo as abysmal. In the journalist's assessment, the first penalty awarded to the opposition was legitimate, but the second penalty awarded was completely non-existent. Bernardo also noted that Neymar shifted the dynamic of the clash and applied heavy pressure on the officiating crew throughout the second half.
Leonardo Jardim's tactical changes and on-field display
Bernardo also criticized manager Leonardo Jardim's tactical choices, stating that the head coach disrupted the team's shape with late and misguided substitutions. Luiz Araújo's display drew sharp criticism from the commentator, who evaluated the forward as a player who adds little value to the squad. The post-match recap also highlighted missed chances by Pedro and São Paulino, sealing a result that heightens the pressure ahead of their next fixture.