Jorginho reveals plan to shield Flamengo squad amid backstage turmoil | OneFootball

Jorginho emphasized that Flamengo's squad needs to focus on the upcoming goals of the season

Flamengo has been experiencing changes behind the scenes, with the dismissal of Filipe Luís and the arrival of Leonardo Jardim. Thus, Jorginho highlighted that the group needs to shield the squad to focus on the continuation of the season and avoid disruptions.

— What we believe we need to do is, certainly, shield the group, especially from external issues. If we let that influence our group, then problems may start. So, certainly, the unity of this group is what makes us strong — said Jorginho, this Friday (06), in a press conference.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S CURRENT SITUATION?

At the moment, Flamengo is going through internal instability. First, the red-black team lost two finals this season. O Mais Querido fell to Corinthians in the Supercopa do Brasil and then to Lanús (ARG) in the Recopa Sul-Americana.

Furthermore, Flamengo dismissed Filipe Luís last Tuesday (03), even after an 8-0 victory over Madureira at Maracanã and securing a spot in the final of the Campeonato Carioca. Finally, another highlight is the imminent departure of José Boto from the club's football management.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Now, with Leonardo Jardim in charge and Jorginho available, Flamengo takes the field this Sunday (08) against Fluminense. O Mais Querido faces the rival at Maracanã, at 6 PM (Brasília time), in a match valid for the decision of the Campeonato Carioca.

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