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09 Ago 2023 | 16:16 |
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One of the greatest idols of the current generation, and also in the history of Flamengo, Filipe Luís celebrates his 38th birthday this Wednesday. After fully participating in training and confirming his presence on the trip to the match against Olimpia, the left-back played with his age when he was congratulated by FLA TV, joking: “Thank you, I turned 28 (laughs)!”
Despite having feared for the continuity of his career after a complex injury to his right leg during the 2022 Libertadores final, Filipe Luís overcame adversity and returned to the highest level recently. His performance in matches like against Aucas (4×0), Fluminense (0×0) and, especially, in the 2-0 victory over Grêmio in Porto Alegre, highlighted his still fundamental contribution to the team.
In an interview given to ge at the end of March, Filipe Luís expressed his determination to continue contributing to Flamengo, stating that “he had a lot to help the club”. The player expressed the desire to continue in the team for another season. His continuity as a professional player is directly linked to his love for the club and his red-black heart.
The possibility of a contract renewal between Filipe Luís and Flamengo is being discussed, but both parties opted to leave that decision for the end of the season. At a time of important decisions and decisive games, both parties recognize the importance of prioritizing the collective at the current moment.
Since his arrival at Flamengo in 2019, Filipe Luís has played a key role in almost every title conquered by the club during that generation. He is twice champion of Libertadores, Brasileiro and Carioca, in addition to having two Brazilian Super Cups, a Recopa Sudamericana and a Copa do Brasil under his belt.
In total, there are 169 games wearing the mantle Sacred, and completing four years since his arrival at the club, Filipe Luís has solidified his place as one of the greatest full-backs in Flamengo history, and has become an idol that will be remembered for generations to come.
The Argentine team begins training at Fluminense's training center and should play more defensively at Maracanã against Mengão this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm
17 Set 2025 | 15:15 |
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Estudiantes is already in Rio de Janeiro for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against Flamengo , scheduled for Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The Argentine team trained at Fluminense's facilities , preparing for the decisive duel.
Coach Eduardo Domínguez tested a more conservative formation, including an extra defensive midfielder in midfield, as a strategy to contain Flamengo's attacks. According to Radio Província 1270 in La Plata, the change could result in only one striker on the field , demonstrating a more solid defensive posture.
Estudiantes ' likely lineup for the clash includes: Muslera; Gómez, Nuñez, Rodríguez, Arzamendia; Ascacibar, Piovi, Amondarain, Medina, Tiago Palacios; Carrillo.
It's not yet clear whether Piovi will play as an extra midfielder or be replaced by Castro . Amondarain, despite being an attacking midfielder, could drop back and act as a third midfielder, depending on Domínguez's strategy in recent training sessions.
With the prospect of a more closed Argentine team, Flamengo, under the command of Filipe Luís, will have to work hard to break down Estudiantes' defense and seek a positive result in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.
Rubro-negro evaluates changes in the starting lineup for the clash with the Argentine team this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, for the Libertadores
17 Set 2025 | 14:49 |
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Up front, Bruno Henrique is recovered and available to play, expanding coach Filipe Luís's offensive options. Plata and Luiz Araújo are also options at wing. Léo Ortiz returns to the defensive system after missing the match against Juventude.
A possible Flamengo lineup for Thursday has: Rossi; Emerson Royal (or Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (or Viña); Allan (or De La Cruz), Saúl and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro (or Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.
According to information gathered, the club's coaching staff is likely to opt for midfielder Jorginho, who is recovering from a muscle edema. Although he is fit to play, the club does not want to risk losing him for an extended period.
Without Jorginho, coach Filipe Luís is evaluating the best alternatives for the position. De La Cruz and Saúl are the main candidates to form a partnership with Saúl in midfield . The coach will lead the final training session before the match on Wednesday (17) to determine his replacement.
Another confirmed absence is left-back Alex Sandro, who is nursing a calf injury and will be unfit to play. Ayrton Lucas and Matías Viña are competing for the starting spot on the left wing.
Conmebol announces changes to the VAR process and will now be valid for the duel between Mengão and the La Plata club in the quarterfinals
17 Set 2025 | 14:10 |
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Conmebol announced this Tuesday (16) an important new development for the quarterfinal stage of the Libertadores . From this stage onwards, the main referee will immediately communicate his decision to the entire public present at the stadium , ensuring greater transparency in the arbitration process.
This measure has already been used in the organization's competitions. In the 2024 Recopa Sudamericana, for example, the rule was applied experimentally . Now, it officially returns for the decisive matches of the Copa Libertadores.
The first duel between Flamengo and Estudiantes takes place this Thursday (18), at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The stadium will have a full house: All tickets were sold in advance , guaranteeing an estimated audience of around 69 thousand people.
The return leg is scheduled for September 25th in La Plata, Argentina, also at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). It will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) . Fans can stay up to date with all the details of the match at Gazeta do Urubu.
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