Filipe Luís on Flamengo’s World Cup prep: “No excuses” | OneFootball

Flamengo beats Cruz Azul (MEX) 2-1 and faces Pyramids (EGY) in the next stage of the Intercontinental

After defeating Cruz Azul (MEX) 2-1 in the first game of the Intercontinental, Filipe Luís assessed Flamengo's chances of becoming world champions. The coach analyzed how some details hindered the team in previous editions, but the excuses have run out.

— I was there in 2019, we arrived very well. We lost to Liverpool, who deserved it. In 2023, the team arrived fresh and unfortunately we were eliminated in the semifinal with controversy -, highlighted Filipe Luís to add that:

— We arrived with a good squad and physically well at the world championship. I think there are no excuses on the physical side. Everything was right, perfect. Now the best will win. There are no excuses on the physical side -, stated the coach.

What is the context of the current Club World Cup?

The Intercontinental changed its format and now has two games before the final. Flamengo has already passed one; the next is against Pyramids (EGY). However, the Champions League champion already has a guaranteed spot in the final.

There are rumors that PSG is considering sending an alternative team to the Intercontinental, as they want to lead the French Championship, improve in the Champions League, and win the French Super Cup. Thus, the Europeans may not prioritize the world championship.

Who scored the goals for Flamengo against Cruz Azul?

In the first half, Arrascaeta took advantage of a defensive error, dribbled the goalkeeper, and scored the first goal. However, Cruz Azul equalized with Sanchez still in the first 45 minutes.

Flamengo controlled the second half, but only when Cebolinha came on did the second goal come. The forward set up Arrascaeta, who tried to pass to Bruno Henrique, but the ball came back, and it was up to the number 10 to shoot into the back of the net.

When does Flamengo play in the Intercontinental again?

Flamengo will return to the field this Saturday (13) to face Pyramids in the Club Intercontinental semifinal. The match is scheduled to start at 2 PM (Brasília time) at Al Rayyan Stadium in Doha, Qatar.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (open channel), GE TV (YouTube), and Cazé TV (YouTube) will broadcast Flamengo's game.

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