Filipe Luís hails Flamengo after ending Palmeiras’ 65-game run | OneFootball

Flamengo defeated Palmeiras 3-2 on Sunday (19)

Flamengo broke a taboo for Palmeiras, who hadn't conceded three goals in a single match for 65 games against different opponents. With intensity and efficiency, the Rubro-Negro won 3-2 at Maracanã, reinforcing their offensive strength.

After the match, valid for the 29th round of the Brasileirão, Filipe Luís praised the team's versatility, which can adapt according to the opponent's style. According to the coach, the Rubro-Negro team shows balance in the phases of the game, knowing how to defend well and attack with precision.

— This is an important fact for us to know that we have a team that is complete in all phases of the game. It knows how to defend, but also knows how to attack very well. And depending on the exposure and risk that the rival, that the opponent takes, our team can adapt in different ways -, he said during a press conference.

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME PALMEIRAS LOST CONCEDING THREE GOALS?

The last time Palmeiras lost conceding three goals was on November 26, 2024, when they were defeated 3-0 by Botafogo. That year, the Carioca team ended up as champions of the Brasileirão.

HOW IS THE BRASILEIRÃO TABLE?

With the victory, Flamengo reached the same 61 points as Palmeiras and closed in on the leadership. However, the São Paulo team remains at the top of the Brasileirão due to having more victories in the tiebreaker criteria.

WHAT NOW?

Flamengo is already preparing to face Racing (ARG) this Wednesday (22), at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the first leg of the Libertadores semifinals. The match will be broadcast by Globo (open TV), GE TV (YouTube) and complete coverage by Coluna do Fla on social media, website, and YouTube.

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