Léo Ortiz downplays Flamengo’s win over Fluminense: “It’s little…” | OneFootball

Flamengo overcame Fluminense in the state final penalty shootout on Sunday (08)

The first title for Flamengo in 2026 could ease the pressure on the squad. However, Léo Ortiz acknowledges that the Red-and-Black Nation deserves much more than just the Campeonato Carioca. That’s because the Most Beloved is aiming for even more achievements.

— We were under a lot of pressure. Even more so when we don’t live up to the expectations placed on us. But we knew things would turn around. A Carioca title is little for the year we intend to have. So now, we’re going after the big goals, which are the Libertadores, the Brazilian Championship, and the Copa do Brasil – said Léo Ortiz after the title on Sunday (08).

What is the context of Léo Ortiz’s statement?

The defender was one of the most criticized players on the Red-and-Black squad. Some fans even claimed that the center-back was overweight. There were rumors that people were standing in front of the building where the number 3 lives to monitor his food deliveries.

Did Léo Ortiz play against Fluminense?

Leonardo Jardim named the player as a starter against Fluminense at Maracanã. Thus, the player performed well again and even converted a penalty kick in the shootout for the title.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Léo Ortiz available, Flamengo now turns its focus to the Brasileirão. This Wednesday (11), Leonardo Jardim’s team faces Cruzeiro, starting at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the fifth round of the tournament.

Thus, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the clash between Flamengo and Cruzeiro through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (broadcast TV), GE TV (YouTube), and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Brasileirão match.

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