David Luiz opens up and sends heartfelt message to Flamengo | OneFootball

Flamengo Fans Were Responsible for David Luiz’s Arrival

David Luiz wore the Flamengo jersey for just over three years, from September 2021 to December 2024. Now playing for Pafos in Cyprus, the defender declared his love for Flamengo before facing Chelsea (ENG) in the Champions League.

— Flamengo was God’s choice in my life. I remember feeling like I was already part of Flamengo, even before signing, when the fans mobilized. I had in my mind that I would never play in Brazil again, and the pandemic made us reflect on many things,” he said, before concluding:

— Flamengo gave me incredible moments in my life. It allowed me to enjoy my profession in Brazil in a way I might never have experienced. Flamengo gave me the best chapters of my career, thanks to the connection, the family, everything that Flamengo involves,” he concluded in an interview with ‘TNT Sports’.

How Was David Luiz’s Journey at Flamengo?

David Luiz joined Flamengo in 2021. At the start of his stint with Fla, the defender established himself as a guaranteed starter, playing a key role in winning the Copa do Brasil and Libertadores in 2022. Additionally, he also won a Carioca and another national knockout competition, both in 2024.

However, from 2023 onwards, David Luiz lost his place in Flamengo’s starting lineup. As a result, the defender said farewell to Mengão at the start of 2025. During his time at the club, the defender played 132 matches, scoring four goals and providing two assists.

Why Did David Luiz Leave Flamengo?

David Luiz had a contract with Flamengo until December 2024. Thus, the Rubro-Negro chose not to extend the defender’s contract. However, after leaving Mengão, the defender said he had not been informed about the end of the relationship.

When Is Flamengo’s Next Match?

Meanwhile, Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (21) to face Vasco. Thus, the ‘Clássico dos Milhões’ takes place at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the third round of the Carioca.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match between Flamengo and Vasco through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air), GE TV (YouTube), SporTV (cable) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Carioca classic.

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