European paper hails Flamengo under Filipe Luís, lauds José Boto | OneFootball

Filipe Luís’ Flamengo Could Win Two More Titles in 2025

In addition to captivating Brazilian football, Filipe Luís’ Flamengo has gained significant attention in Europe after their journey in the FIFA Club World Cup. Amid the final stretch of the season, the Spanish newspaper ‘Marca’ heaped praise on Mengão and highlighted the importance of José Boto in the club’s trajectory.

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Through a post on social media, ‘Marca’ highlighted Flamengo’s journey in 2025: “The most European team outside of Europe! With Filipe Luís in charge, Flamengo is experiencing a spectacular moment: three titles in one year and the possibility of reaching the Libertadores final.”, said the newspaper.

What is José Boto’s importance to Flamengo?

José Boto was the first name announced by Luiz Eduardo Baptista, known as Bap, for the new management of Flamengo. Thus, the Portuguese executive arrived with the mission to professionalize the club’s Football Department, as well as lead negotiations.

As a result, José Boto played a fundamental role in assembling the red-and-black squad. After all, the Portuguese executive led Flamengo’s negotiations with Samuel Lino, Saúl, Jorginho, Carrascal, as well as the other reinforcements for the club in 2025.

How is Flamengo doing in 2025?

At the start of the season, Flamengo won two important titles: the Campeonato Carioca and the Supercopa do Brasil. Now, Filipe Luís’ team has a chance to lift the Brasileirão and Libertadores trophies.

At this moment, Flamengo is in second place in the Brasileirão, with 64 points. The Rubro-Negro is only behind Palmeiras, who have 65 points. In the Libertadores, Mengão will face the São Paulo team itself in the final, on November 29, in Lima.

What is Mengão’s next match?

Looking to regain the lead in the Brasileirão, Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (05) to face São Paulo. Furthermore, the match will take place at Vila Belmiro, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), for the 32nd round of the Campeonato Brasileiro.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Flamengo vs São Paulo match.

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