Felipe Melo rips into Abel Ferreira: “Palmeiras is bigger than you” | OneFootball

Felipe Melo, developed by Flamengo and a multi-title winner with Palmeiras, fired back at the Portuguese coach’s remarks after the round

Felipe Melo, a former player who came through Flamengo’s academy and won multiple titles with Palmeiras, was upset by a comment from coach Abel Ferreira. That is because the Portuguese manager asked fans to enjoy the championship-winning era of the current Brasileirão runner-up.

What did Felipe Melo say about Abel Ferreira’s remark?

– Palmeiras have been fighting for titles for the last 10 years; it didn’t start only when you arrived. Long before you got there, Palmeiras were already competing for titles, and it’s important to make that very clear. And winning –, said the former player, who added:

– You are part of Palmeiras’ history, one of the greatest in its history, you’re a top coach, but Palmeiras are much bigger than you. They were winning before you arrived –, said the pundit during an appearance on SporTV.

What was Abel Ferreira’s quote that annoyed Felipe Melo?

– Take advantage of it and enjoy it, because never in such a short period of time have Palmeiras celebrated as much as they have in the last four to five years –, said Abel Ferreira at a press conference after the 0-0 draw with Botafogo.

How did Palmeiras lose the Brasileirão lead to Flamengo?

Palmeiras drew 0-0 with Botafogo at Nilton Santos Stadium and dropped to second place. Meanwhile, Flamengo beat Remo 1-0 at Mangueirão, with a goal from Samuel Lino and an assist from Arrascaeta. As a result, the Rubro-Negro reached 54 points and took the top spot in the table, one more than their rival.

Did Abel Ferreira’s remark draw other criticism?

Besides Felipe Melo, Abel Ferreira’s comment had already gone down badly with fans and the press after the press conference. The Portuguese coach also compared the paths of clubs and players, which came across as a victim-like speech.

However, the investment figures contradict part of what he said. After all, Palmeiras spent twice as much as Flamengo on signings last year.

Which titles did Felipe Melo win with Palmeiras?

Felipe Melo came through Flamengo’s youth academy. However, after returning from European football, the former defensive midfielder won six official titles with Palmeiras between 2017 and 2021.

What is Felipe Melo’s connection with Flamengo?

At Flamengo, the former player even helped the club avoid relegation in the Brasileirão. Felipe Melo scored the winning goal in a 1-0 victory over Internacional in the 2001 edition. Coach Carlos Alberto Torres sent the youngster, then just 18 years old, onto the pitch in the second half of that match.

When is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo face Independiente del Valle (ECU) this Thursday (10) in the first leg of the Libertadores quarter-finals. The match will be played in Quito, at Estádio Olímpico Atahualpa, at 9:30 p.m. Brasília time.

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