Flamengo v Palmeiras: Bap and Leila Pereira trade words before final | OneFootball

After exchanging 'barbs' throughout the year, Bap and Leila praised each other

Peace sealed? The presidents of Flamengo and Palmeiras, Luiz Eduardo Baptista (Bap) and Leila Pereira, who exchanged accusations throughout 2025, have now praised each other. The meeting of the finalists of the Libertadores took place this Wednesday (26), at an event of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).

“Abel's stability is admirable in Brazil. I don't remember the last time a team with a large fan base kept a coach for so long,” said Bap, referring to Abel Ferreira's long tenure at Palmeiras. The Portuguese has been in the position since 2020. The Palmeiras president reciprocated.

— I congratulated him on the presentation. And I'm sure we will have a great spectacle. It's a fair decision. They are, in my view, the two best-managed clubs in South American football. I'm sure the fans will witness a great spectacle —, responded Leila.

WHY DID THEY CLASH BEFORE?

The main issue that caused friction between Leila Pereira and Bap was the matter of television quotas for the Brasileirão. This is because Flamengo, having a larger audience, demands to receive more than the other clubs. However, the Palmeiras president saw the Rubro-Negro's stance as selfish. Thus, the two teams began exchanging statements, each defending their own point and poking at the rival.

WILL PEACE CONTINUE IN LIMA?

After signaling a 'white flag', Bap and Leila are now expected to go their separate ways. After all, this Saturday (29), the teams will play the final of the Copa Libertadores da América. The match will kick off at 6 PM (Brasília time), at the Estadio Monumental in Lima, Peru.

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