Filipe Luís disclaims responsibility for problem at Flamengo

Despite the 1-0 victory over Deportivo Táchira (VEN) and qualification for the round of 16 of the Libertadores, Flamengo was once again the target of criticism from fans — this time, for its lack of boldness in long-range shots. Filipe Luís ' team only attempted four shots from outside the area in the match at Maracanã.

LACK OF OUTSIDE FINISHING

When asked about the subject, the coach explained that the lack of long-range shots is more due to the characteristics of the players in the squad than to a tactical issue. It is worth remembering that Flamengo loaned Carlos Alcaraz , known as a player who often takes risks, to Everton (ING) and may negotiate him permanently in the mid-year window.

The player is the one who makes the decision within the game..."

“Regarding shots from outside the area, these are characteristics of the players . We have Luiz Araújo and Pedro , who have this ability. The others are more associative, have less power in their shots, don’t feel as comfortable or don’t have clear space to finish. And when the opponent blocks the shot from outside the area, other spaces open up, ” said the coach.

Filipe also highlighted that all scenarios are trained at Ninho do Urubu, but that the final decision is always made by the athletes on the field: “ We train everything: shots from inside and outside the area , one-twos… The player is the one who makes the decision within the game”, he added.

ARRASCAETA OUT OF THE FIRST LEG OF THE ROUND OF 16

In the same interview, Filipe downplayed Arrascaeta 's absence in the first leg of the round of 16. The Uruguayan received his third yellow card when he tried to win a penalty in the first half and is suspended for the next match. "For Arrascaeta , there is never an excuse. Neither injury nor suspension. We have qualified players who can play a great game without him," he concluded.