Ex-Flamengo man Filipe Luís reveals chat with Ancelotti in Brazil camp | OneFootball

Filipe Luís believes Ancelotti’s Brazil national team is a favorite for the World Cup

Since his dismissal, Filipe Luís has been using his free time to gain knowledge from other coaches. With that, the former Flamengo coach decided to seek advice from Carlo Ancelotti, head coach of the Brazil national team. The former left-back then described him as a ‘monster.’

— He brings stability to the national team, even within the confederation itself. He invites coaches to talk. I spent an entire afternoon with him talking. He is a super open person and the greatest champion of all time in Champions League history — said Filipe Luís, who added:

— He comes with his legacy. We only have to listen to him. He is a monster leading our national team and he has the respect of everyone — journalists, players, everyone — he said at a Conmebol seminar this Monday (13).

What is the context of Filipe Luís’s statement?

The statement from the red-and-black idol came during an analysis of the World Cup. According to the former player, Brazil has just as much of a chance as the other teams considered favorites. After all, the squad has Vini Jr. and Raphinha, two of the five best players in the world.

What has the former full-back been doing?

Flamengo dismissed the coach in early March. As a result, he spent a period away from the public eye, but recently attended the U-12 Club World Cup semifinal as a spectator. On that occasion, Filipe Luís revealed that he has been visiting clubs and coaches.

How is Flamengo doing without Filipe Luís?

With Leonardo Jardim in charge, Flamengo face Independiente Medellín (COL) this Thursday (16). Kickoff is at 9:30 p.m. Brasília time at the Maracanã, in the second round of Group A of the Libertadores.

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