Flamengo players cross the line with Filipe Luís on first day of training

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·12 January 2026

Flamengo players cross the line with Filipe Luís on first day of training

Main cast returns, but no set date for debut in the 2026 season yet

One of the traditions in Brazilian football is to make a 'Polish corridor' for new members. Thus, the veterans of Flamengo warmly welcomed defender Vitão on Monday (12th), but the punishment also extended to coach Filipe Luís, who recently had his contract renewed.

“Mengão is back and so is the corridor! Filipe Luís with a renewed contract = corridor. Vitão arrived = corridor. Assistants Marcinho and Ivan have birthdays = corridor,” says a post on the club's social media.

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Did Flamengo players go easy on Filipe Luís?

In other words, just because the coach led the team in one of the most successful seasons in the history of the Most Beloved doesn't mean he gets a privilege. This is because the coach was the one who got the most in the game, receiving kicks and trips to fall to the ground and suffer even more.

With Vitão and the assistants, the veterans went easy and only gave slaps. However, there was a time when the game was a reason for fights at Flamengo. In 2012, midfielder Amaral lashed out and kicked Renato Abreu's shin. Then, the King Vulture fell to the ground injured.

But why did they make the corridor this Monday?

Filipe Luís has had his contract renewed since 2025 and Vitão has been announced since last week. However, the main group returned from vacation only this Monday (12th). It is unlikely, however, that the starters will take the field this Wednesday (14th) against Bangu in the Carioca.

Until when did Filipe Luís renew with Flamengo?

After winning almost everything in 2025, the coach and Flamengo began discussing the renewal of the contract until 2027 with a salary increase. Thus, the professional becomes one of the highest-paid coaches in Brazilian football.

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