PSG boss heaps praise on Flamengo: "They could face any team in Europe" | OneFootball

Spanish coach used main players in the Flamengo vs PSG Intercontinental match

After a draw in regular time and a penalty shootout, coach Luis Enrique analyzed the World Cup final between the French team and Flamengo during the press conference. Thus, the Spanish manager praised Filipe Luís’s squad this Wednesday (17).

— We had a day where we needed to play our best to beat Flamengo. I think they could come to Europe and play against any team in the world — said Luis Enrique after the decision in Doha, Qatar.

Why did Luis Enrique praise the Rubro-Negro?

The favoritism was with PSG (FRA) in the Club World Cup final, but Flamengo did not allow the French side to dominate. The Rubro-Negro struggled in the first half after Paris scored, but then put their opponent on the ropes to equalize.

In extra time, the team with five players in the FIFA The Best selection was unable to score against Flamengo again. Thus, the Champions League winner needed penalties to overcome o Mais Querido.

Does Flamengo still have matches in 2025?

After more than 75 matches, the players of Flamengo can finally rest. The holders of the Libertadores and Brasileirão titles will depart this Thursday (18) for Rio de Janeiro. Thus, the athletes will only return to training in 2026, with the date yet to be determined.

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