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What did Filipe Luís say about Bruno Henrique?

Bruno Henrique once again played as a center forward this Saturday (25), in Flamengo's game against Fortaleza. Thus, Filipe Luís explained the reason for using the forward as the number 9.

— Bruno told me that he felt more comfortable playing in another position, but that he would be available to help. With Pedro unavailable, I chose Bruno. The team's interest always comes first. Today I understood that the team needed Bruno Henrique as a 9, and so it was -, he said, before concluding:

— Unfortunately, we didn't get the victory, and the blame always falls on the usual players, those who were out should have played, it's always like this. I stick to my convictions of what I think is best for the team -, he concluded.

Why doesn't Bruno Henrique want to play as a center forward?

During the halftime of the game between Flamengo and Fortaleza, Bruno Henrique said he prefers to play as a winger if Pedro is available. However, if the number 9 is not on the field, he would normally play as a center forward.

What is Flamengo's situation in the Brasileirão?

With the defeat, Flamengo was unable to take the lead in the Brazilian Championship and remained in second place. The Most Beloved has 61 points, the same as Palmeiras, but is behind due to the number of victories.

What is Flamengo's next game?

Now, Flamengo faces Racing (ARG) on Wednesday (29), in Argentina, for the return leg of the Libertadores semifinals. The match is scheduled for 9:30 PM (Brasília time), with broadcast by Rede Globo, on open channel, and GETV, on YouTube.

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