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Arrascaeta highlights Filipe Luís's work at Flamengo and 'criticizes' the former board
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in his biography , launched last Tuesday (18) at Rio de Janeiro , Joel Santana acknowledged that it should not have been ahead of Flamengo in the fateful game against the Mexico America , by Libertadores de 2008 . At the time, the red-black was eliminated with a defeat by 3-0 no Maracanã , even after winning the first confrontation 4-2 at Mexico .
o Flamengo It arrived packed for the return match of the round of 16. In addition to the advantage on the aggregate scoreboard, the team had won the Carioca Championship about Botafogo , and Joel said goodbye to take over the South Africa team . To top it off, the team had advanced to the round of 16 as the group leader in Libertadores.
The fans, which filled Maracanã, has prepared a great party . There was a tribute to the technician , delivery of a commemorative plate and autographed shirts. However, on the field, Flamengo had a disastrous performance and was eventually surpassed with two goals from Salvador Cabañas and one from Enrique Forgotten .
in Your Autobiography ," Joel SANTANA: The True King of Rio ", from Paddor Eye, the coach admitted that he was not in emotional conditions to lead the team that night.
"In fact, I should not have directed the team that day . I had no emotional conditions to that."
the weight of defeat and goodbye to Flamengo
The episode also hurts Joel Santana, as he himself revealed at the book's release. In conversation with the press, the technician remembered the atmosphere in Maracanã and confessed that at the last moment, he thought of staying at the club. However, his contract was already signed, and Flamengo had agreed with Caio Júnior to replace him.
"that hurt, because we had won America well in the first game. advantageous proposal at the time. what Go. When I passed the hallway of Maracanã, full of children hugging me, 80,000 people at the stadium ... When I wanted to stay, I didn't give more time. "
Flamengo campaign at 2008 Libertadores
o Flamengo advanced to the round of 16 as the leader of his group, adding 13 Points in Six games : four wins , a draw and one defeat, with nine Goals scored and four conceded.
The beginning of the campaign was irregular, with a 0-0 draw against bolognesi-per , A 2-1 win over cienciano-per and a defeat 3 to 0 for the national-URU . However, in the final stretch of the group stage, the team unleashed, winning the next three games without conceding goals: 2-0 in the National , 3-0 at science and 2 to 0 on bolognesi .
In the round of 16, Flamengo opened an advantage by beating America in Mexico by 4 to 2, with Goals of Marcinho (2), Diego Tardelli and Leo Moura . However, the party atmosphere charged its price, and the home defeat sealed the early elimination.
America continued in the competition to the semifinal, where it was eliminated by ldu-equ , which afternoon would become the champion of that edition.
Coach highlights dedication and evolution of the Spaniard, who is in a high-performance phase after arriving at the club and an outstanding performance against Juventude
14 Set 2025 | 19:56 |
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After the away win over Juventude , Filipe Luís took advantage of the press conference to discuss Saúl's current form. The Spaniard has been one of the team's standouts this season , contributing assists, marking, and attacking presence. For the coach, the midfielder is enjoying the peak of his career and is a model of professionalism.
"We're seeing the best Saúl . Perhaps the best Saúl of his career. That's thanks to him and, obviously, to the club for believing in and being able to recapture this player's potential. Everyone knows about his career and the crucial role he played wherever he went , especially at Atlético Madrid. But recapturing the best Saúl was a challenge, and it was up to him," he said before concluding.
" He's at a very high level. I think having a son is always a great motivator . I also didn't expect that after all this effort, waking up at 4 a.m., catching two flights, and playing here for 90 minutes, he would play with such quality. He's a unique player, and we're very lucky to have him here with us," said Filipe Luís.
Saúl was one of the players responsible for the decisive pass that led to the first goal in the victory against Juventude and has been consistently performing in various competitions. According to members of the football department, his dedication to training and his quick adaptation to the club have been key factors in his improved performance.
With Filipe Luís at the helm, Mengão has 50 points in the Brazilian Championship and still has a game in hand . Their next match will be in the Libertadores, against Estudiantes, on Thursday at 9:30 pm at Maracanã.
The coach of Mais Querido highlights the importance of the quarterfinals of the international competition, but explains that he only started thinking about the duel with Estudiantes
14 Set 2025 | 19:45 |
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After Flamengo's victory over Juventude at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, which ended a 28-year drought, Filipe Luís made a point of keeping his feet on the ground when discussing the upcoming Libertadores challenge . While acknowledging the magnitude of the quarterfinal match against Estudiantes, the coach emphasized that all his preparation up to that point had been focused on the Brazilian Championship.
"You're right when you say it's the most important game of the year. For me, it is. Given the importance of the Libertadores quarterfinals against Estudiantes. After the incredible season we've had, of course it's the most important game of the year. But honestly, I only prepared for the Juventude game. I did everything thinking about how to beat Juventude," he said before concluding.
"Starting tomorrow, we'll begin studying and working to determine the best solutions to face Estudiantes. They're undoubtedly a formidable opponent, especially since they're one of the Argentine teams that competes so well. We have Central Córdoba in the group stage as an example," said the coach.
With the positive result in Caxias do Sul, Flamengo reached 50 points in the Brasileirão and maintained its sole lead, with a game in hand over second-place Palmeiras. Cruzeiro is in third place and could close the gap in the standings. The match against Estudiantes is scheduled for Thursday at 9:30 pm at Maracanã.
When asked about the offer from Fenerbahçe of Turkey, Filipe Luís said he was flattered by the foreign interest , but emphasized that it wasn't the right time to leave. The coach revealed he was clear about his professional goals and emphasized that he was focused on his current job.
Right-back scores for the first time with Manto Sagrado in the away win; Arrascaeta equals the goalscoring record and Mengão remains firmly at the top
14 Set 2025 | 19:28 |
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Flamengo defeated Juventude at the Alfredo Jaconi stadium, ending a 28-year winless streak at the stadium. The second goal of the 2-0 victory was scored by Emerson Royal, who scored his first goal for the Manto Sagrado . The full-back celebrated the feat after the match, highlighting the specific training for this type of play.
" Definitely. I've been working hard all week on that play in the second half. I tell Lino to put that ball in the second half. And today, thank God, I was happy with the goal ," said the player.
Despite his chemistry with Samuel Lino, it was Jorge Carrascal who set up Emerson Royal. The Colombian delivered a precise cross, finding the full-back behind the opposing defense to double the lead . The first goal had been scored by Arrascaeta , who reached his 18th goal of the season, tying his personal best.
"He's a player who needs no introduction. We know Arrasca's quality . Any player can make a difference for us. So, a player of his quality is a privilege for us," Royal praised his teammate.
Under Filipe Luís, Flamengo has reached 50 points in the Brazilian Championship and still has a game in hand. Palmeiras is in second place with 46 points and two games remaining, while Cruzeiro has 44 and could close the gap. Flamengo's next match will be in the Copa Libertadores, this Thursday at 9:30 pm, against Estudiantes at Maracanã.
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