Filipe Luís speaks out on Bruno Henrique after Flamengo v Sport clash

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·16 November 2025

Filipe Luís speaks out on Bruno Henrique after Flamengo v Sport clash

Bruno Henrique also spoke about the case after Flamengo's victory

Starting in Saturday's game (15th), Bruno Henrique scored again for Flamengo against Sport. Amidst the 5-1 victory of Mengão, the number 27 scored Flamengo's third goal in the match. In a press conference, coach Filipe Luís vented about the off-field issues of the forward.

— Bruno won't be talked about being acquitted of the accusations the same way it was talked about him being accused. Let this be a lesson because many times we crucify a person before they are judged and condemned in the final instance— said Filipe Luís.

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What happened with Bruno Henrique?

Bruno Henrique was accused of alleged involvement with sports betting after receiving a yellow card in a game against Santos in 2023. In the first trial, the number 27 received a 12-game suspension and a fine of R$ 60,000.

However, Flamengo filed a suspensive effect, allowing Bruno Henrique to play. In the new trial, the forward was acquitted under article 243 and, therefore, did not face a game suspension. However, under article 191, the STJD sentenced the number 27 to pay a R$ 100,000 fine.

Did Bruno Henrique speak after Flamengo's game?

Scorer of one of the goals in the game against Sport, Bruno Henrique spoke about the case in a press conference. The Mengão idol even thanked the red-black fans for their support throughout the trial.

What I want to do now is just play football and forget what is behind. Prepare myself more every day to win this title (Libertadores) that we all want. I have no words for the fans, it's eternal gratitude, all the affection since January 23, 2019, when I arrived here, the affection was present, here is my gratitude always for all of us red-blacks. May we continue to tread this beautiful story. The answer I have to give is on the field. The criticisms I received from people, journalists spoke in a very harsh way all the time. I saw a lot of anger and hatred all the time, may God bless them. The answer I have to give is to Flamengo, and that's what I will do from now on,” said Bruno Henrique.

What is Flamengo's next game?

With Bruno Henrique available, Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (19th) to face Fluminense. The Rio de Janeiro derby takes place at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 34th round of the Brasileirão.

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) and SporTV (closed channel) will broadcast the Flamengo vs Fluminense game.

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