Filipe Luís Responds Directly to Controversy Involving Flamengo Players and Neymar
Flamengo faced Santos in an intense encounter on October 9, securing a 3-2 victory at the Maracanã stadium. The match was part of the 33rd round of the Brasileirão. Following the win, coach Filipe Luís addressed questions about the players’ interactions with Neymar during their previous matchup.
Filipe Luís Responds to Controversy Involving Flamengo Players and Neymar
During the post-match press conference, Luís remarked on the criticism regarding Flamengo players’ demeanor towards Neymar. He stated, “This is a topic for social media.” He encouraged the media to reflect on the dynamics of their earlier meeting at Vila Belmiro, where despite Flamengo’s dominance, they were defeated.
“We controlled the game and had possession, yet we didn’t deliver a strong performance,” Luís noted, explaining that the absence of a left-back and Santos’ counter-attacks caused problems. He pointed out that Flamengo’s performance at home, with a robust support of 70,000 fans, brought a different intensity compared to away games.
Match Overview
- First Match: Flamengo faced Santos at Vila Belmiro, losing 1-0. Neymar scored the decisive goal.
- Second Match: Flamengo won 3-2 at Maracanã. Léo Pereira, Carrascal, and Bruno Henrique scored for Flamengo, while Gabriel Bontempo and Lautaro Díaz responded for Santos.
Current Standings in the Brasileirão
The victory has put Flamengo on equal points with Palmeiras, with both teams reaching 68 points. However, Flamengo is still in second position. Santos remains mired in the relegation zone, holding only 33 points.
Upcoming Fixture
Flamengo is set to compete against Sport on Saturday, October 15, at 18:30 (Brasília time). This match is a delayed fixture from the 12th round of the championship series. The match will be streamed on Prime Video, while Emegypt will provide detailed coverage through its site and social media.
