Jorginho on Filipe Luís exit, eyes Copa do Brasil final v Fluminense | OneFootball

The FERJ (Football Federation of the State of Rio de Janeiro) held a press conference for the final of the Campeonato Carioca this Friday, featuring players Jorginho (Flamengo) and Samuel Xavier (Fluminense). The clubs will face each other this Sunday at 6 p.m. at Maracanã, competing for the state title.

Among the answers, Jorginho admitted that the Flamengo squad was surprised by the dismissal of former coach Filipe Luís.

“We were surprised by Filipe’s dismissal, but we know how dynamic football is. This change has come, now we have to turn the page and move forward,” he said.

“Obviously, the whole group had great affection for Filipe and admired his work. We all felt it, that’s the reality. We received the news just like you did, and of course, we felt how it happened. We also feel responsible because, in the end, it’s about everyone. Each one must really take on their responsibility, look in the mirror,” he added.

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New coach

The Flamengo midfielder also spoke about expectations for the new work led by Portuguese coach Leonardo Jardim.

“Our first impression was very good. Jardim has very clear ideas, his convictions, beliefs, so regardless of the result of the final, I believe our group is already welcoming him well, receiving the information, and really believes in his work. I hope he has the necessary time, freedom, and everyone’s trust around him to do a great job,” he stated.

Expectations for the final

Regarding this Sunday’s Fla-Flu, which is worth the 2026 Carioca title, Jorginho avoided pointing out favorites and spoke about the pressure for the title after being runners-up in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Recopa Sudamericana.

“This favoritism thing is more for you to comment on, to give your opinion. For us, it’s just another big game, with a trophy at stake. We focus on what we have to do to improve and to win,” he pointed out.

“This pressure is daily, not just for results, but for performance. The self-demand is daily, how you deal with all situations. The pressure when you play for Flamengo is just the way it is, and if you’re not prepared, you can’t handle it, that’s the reality,” he added.

The trophy is at stake

⚔️ Match: Fluminense vs Flamengo 🏆 Competition: Campeonato Carioca – Final 📅 Date: March 8, 2026 (Sunday) ⏰ Time: 6 p.m. (Brasília time) 🏟️ Venue: Maracanã

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