Filipe Luís fires back at critics over Flamengo line-up vs Fortaleza | OneFootball

Did Filipe Luís dislike the criticism over Flamengo's lineup?

Some fans of Flamengo were not pleased with the lineup used by coach Filipe Luís for the match against Fortaleza this Saturday (25). Therefore, the coach sent a message about the formation chosen for the 30th round of the Brasileirão.

— The team that took the field today was the one I believed was the best to beat Fortaleza. The players were well-recovered, fresh, and in a good moment to win. Unfortunately, we didn't win. I stick to my convictions, and you are there to criticize or praise -, he said.

What position is Flamengo in the Brasileirão?

With the defeat, Flamengo remained in second place. O Mais Querido has 61 points, the same as Palmeiras, but is behind due to the number of victories. Therefore, the Rubro-Negro needs to hope for a slip-up by the São Paulo team in the upcoming rounds.

When is Flamengo's next game?

Flamengo faces Racing (ARG) on Wednesday (29) in Argentina, for the return leg of the Libertadores semifinals. The match is scheduled for 9:30 PM (Brasília time), with broadcast by Rede Globo on open channel and GETV on YouTube.

What is Flamengo's situation in the Libertadores?

Flamengo gained an advantage in the Libertadores semifinal after defeating Racing (ARG) 1-0 at Maracanã. Therefore, o Mais Querido can even draw the return match and still qualify for the final of the continental competition.

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