“Now it gets tricky”: Léo Ortiz sees new hurdle for Flamengo | OneFootball

Léo Ortiz reported that external pressure will make life difficult for Flamengo

After Flamengo's defeat to Lanús (ARG) in the Recopa Sudamericana, there was no shortage of insults directed at the team, coach Filipe Luís, and director José Boto. The pressure from the fans and the media will hinder the team's confidence recovery, at least, that's the view of Léo Ortiz, who spoke to journalists on Thursday (26).

— It's about apologizing to those who came. We know people are frustrated with this, they expected a victory with a title. Regardless of whether the victories come or not, we are working very hard. I mean dedication day by day. Our dedication is 100%, since last year. Filipe Luís is setting a very high standard and we are striving for that — said Léo Ortiz.

— Of course, things are not happening, but we are striving to improve and change, putting in more dedication so that things change. We know it will be complicated now due to external distrust, but we have to close ranks to get out of this situation — he added.

HOW IS FLAMENGO'S SEASON GOING?

After winning practically everything in 2025 and making significant investments, including Lucas Paquetá, Flamengo is disappointing at the start of 2026. With defeats in the Supercopa and Recopa, the team has had an irregular start in the Brasileirão. Although Léo Ortiz sees that Flamengo is on the right track, the results do not match the statement.

WHAT WILL BE FLAMENGO'S THIRD CHANCE?

Despite two setbacks this season, Flamengo is close to another final. On Monday (02), the Rubro-Negro faces Madureira in the semifinals of the Campeonato Carioca. Having won the first leg 3-0, a loss by two goals would still place the Rubro-Negro in the final against Fluminense or Vasco.

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