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Why Did Filipe Luís Recall the Draw Against Vasco in the 24th Round?

Flamengo defeated Corinthians 2-1 at Neo Química Arena and extended their lead at the top of the Brasileirão this Sunday (28). The 25th round was favorable, with Cruzeiro and Palmeiras, direct competitors, stumbling. The red-black team reached 54 points and is enjoying a good moment.

After the match, Filipe Luís brought up the draw against Vasco in the previous round. The coach responded to criticism and praised Fernando Diniz. “Vasco has a great coach, who, when he loses, is considered bad, but when he wins, everyone already knows he is very good, that he was the coach of the Brazilian National Team.”

IS DINIZ UNDERRATED?

Filipe Luís defended the quality of the opponent in the Maracanã derby. He said the draw led to hasty evaluations about Flamengo’s performance. He pointed out that Vasco beat Cruzeiro, the current runner-up, 2-0 in the following round.

Fernando Diniz took over Vasco in May. Before that, he managed the Brazilian National Team between July 2023 and January 2024. Recently, he made things difficult for Cruzeiro, the runner-up in the Brasileirão, and took points from Flamengo.

Filipe Luís called for consistency in analyses and respect for Diniz’s work. He emphasized that drawing with a rival on the rise does not represent failure. “We drew with Vasco and everyone said that Flamengo is terrible, that Vasco was close to the relegation zone.”

FULL FOCUS ON THE HEAD-TO-HEAD?

The round was perfect for the leader of the Brasileirão. With the away win, Flamengo opened a four-point lead over Cruzeiro. The red-black team now prepares for a direct clash that could define the course of the table.

On Thursday (02), Flamengo and Cruzeiro face off at Maracanã at 8:30 p.m. (Brasília time). The match, valid for the 26th round, promises a decisive atmosphere. Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast it, and Coluna do Fla will cover it on all platforms.

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