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Flamengo Seeks to Repeat Feat from 44 Years Ago

“In December '81, they put the English to shame.” The world title from 44 years ago is the greatest in the history of Flamengo. This achievement could be matched this Wednesday (17th), when the Rubro-Negro faces PSG (FRA) in the intercontinental final. When asked if the 2025 team will reach the same level as Zico's team, Arrascaeta admitted that pre-game comparisons can be distracting.

— The hope we have is the same as the fans', to be world champions once again after so long. But we have to focus on our team, on the game, and as Filipe (Luís) says, not on what's at stake. These emotions can be a bit distracting. A very experienced, qualified team, and on the other side, we also have the best team in the world — said Arrascaeta.

The Uruguayan number 10 is one of the main subjects of comparisons among fans. Some Flamengo supporters believe that if the world title is won, the star will become the second greatest in the club's history, only behind Zico. However, the discussion can only happen if the Libertadores' fourth title surpasses the European Champions champion.

WHAT DOES FILIPE LUÍS THINK ABOUT THE SUBJECT?

In a press conference held on Tuesday (16th), Filipe Luís also addressed the topic. For the coach, the comparison can never exist, as the 'Zico generation' is unique. Moreover, the coach recalled how many people were named after that unforgettable team that defeated Liverpool (ENG).

— No generation will ever be greater than that of '81, which was the first. If today there are 40 million Flamengo fans, it was because of that generation. How many Arthurs exist because of Zico, how many Leandros... It was a generation that marked an era and made parents take their children to the stadium for years. Flamengo struggling and them supporting because of that magical generation — said Filipe Luís.

— But I repeat: this group dreams of making its own history. And we are building it with the titles we won this year and the desire to add a second star. These achievements will further enhance the generation of '81, of 2019, and who will benefit from this is Flamengo. We want to make our own history, put our photo on the wall, and be remembered — concluded the coach.

IS THE TIME NOW, NATION?

Flamengo and PSG face off starting at 2 PM (Brasília time) this Wednesday (17th) in Doha, Qatar. Therefore, Coluna do Fla will be present with special coverage. Additionally, Globo (open channel), SporTV (subscription TV), GETV, and CazéTV (YouTube) will broadcast the match.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.