Filipe Luís lifts the lid on Flamengo’s plans for the World Cup

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·23 de enero de 2026

Filipe Luís lifts the lid on Flamengo’s plans for the World Cup

When will the 2026 World Cup take place?

The 2026 season is different from the others, as the World Cup will be held in the middle of the year. With that in mind, coach Filipe Luís spoke openly about Flamengo’s planning regarding the World Cup.

— Sometimes people are already thinking about the World Cup, and the coach is always thinking that he has to win or he’ll be fired. Our plan is to try to get the players into great physical shape. It’s not about thinking of October or November. The plan is to have them in perfect condition to perform on the field as the coach asks.

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In other words, I ask a lot from them. Some players are really pushed to the limit within the game plan I have. They need to be in top shape to execute it. That’s where the planning comes in. It’s not about getting to the World Cup—let’s see, we hope to have several players at the World Cup. When we get there, we’ll make decisions.

When will the World Cup take place?

The 2026 World Cup will be held from June 11 to July 19, in 16 host cities across Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The tournament will feature 48 teams and, therefore, 104 matches.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Before thinking about the World Cup period, Flamengo is focusing its attention on the Campeonato Carioca. This Sunday (25), the Most Beloved will face Fluminense at Maracanã, starting at

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