Fluminense full-back names Flamengo’s Filipe Luís as his inspiration | OneFootball

Former Flamengo Player and Currently at Fluminense, Renê Praises Former Teammate Filipe Luís

Filipe Luís is off to a blazing start as a coach. Before that, he made his mark as a left-back and inspired many athletes—even rivals. Currently at Fluminense, but with a stint at Flamengo, Renê shared that his friend is a reference in the position.

– There are several players I admire in football. In my position, there’s Roberto Carlos, a player I admire a lot. Later, I came to greatly admire Filipe Luís, a professional I worked with. But my favorite player is Ronaldo Fenômeno. Since childhood, I watched him play. An athlete who was a true phenomenon, just like his nickname says. At the moment, the player I admire most is Cristiano Ronaldo –, said Renê, to the portal ‘Nordeste Liga,’ before analyzing Fluminense’s 2025 season.

– The season was good. I believe we were just missing a title to crown the season we had. We did well, had a very good Club World Cup. In the Campeonato Carioca, we reached the final, but unfortunately, we lost. In the Brazilian league, we finished fifth. I think it could have been a bit better, but I consider it a positive year –, added the left-back.

WHEN DID FILIPE LUÍS AND RENÊ PLAY TOGETHER?

Filipe Luís joined Flamengo in mid-2019, precisely to put Renê on the bench. Despite competing for the same position, the pair had a good relationship and became friends. The partnership ended in 2022, when the current left-back signed with Internacional. Last year, the player joined Fluminense.

At Flamengo, together, the full-backs won a Libertadores, a Recopa, two Brazilian Championships, two Supercups, and two Carioca titles. Now rivals, Filipe Luís, as coach, won the 2025 state championship over Renê’s Fluminense.

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