In a decision that has stunned the football world, Flamengo’s board announced this Tuesday the dismissal of their coach, Filipe Luís. The news is paradoxical, as it came just minutes after the “Mengao” crushed Madureira 8-0, a result that sealed their place in the 2026 Campeonato Carioca final.
The weight of the Recopa and an irregular start
Despite the historic thrashing, the trigger was the recent defeat in the Recopa Sudamericana against Lanús. The board considered that the cycle, which began in 2024, was exhausted after a start to the year with five defeats in twelve matches. “I left my soul here; I am responsible for the results not coming,” declared the former defender in his farewell, closing a brilliant chapter in which he won the 2025 Copa Libertadores.
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A legacy of glory in Rio
Filipe Luís leaves with an impressive record of five titles in less than two years, returning the club to the top of the continent. However, the massive investment in reinforcements and the pressure for total dominance precipitated his departure before the final against Fluminense. For now, the Brazilian giant has not confirmed who will take over the bench for the upcoming international challenges.
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