Filipe Luís says Recopa is not an obligation for Flamengo | OneFootball

Filipe Luís insists the Recopa Sul-Americana is not an obligation for Flamengo as they pursue the title. According to Coluna Do Fla, the head coach said the only demand is to give everything on the pitch.

Flamengo were beaten 1-0 by Lanús on Thursday 19 in the first leg of the continental final.

He described the Recopa as a beautiful competition that brings together the champions of the Libertadores and the Sudamericana, calling it a privilege to take part. He added that football offers no guarantee of victory and results cannot be controlled.

Flamengo now turn to the Campeonato Carioca. They face Madureira on Sunday 22 at 20:30, Brasília time, at the Maracanã in the first leg of the semi-final.

The Recopa Sul-Americana concludes on Thursday 26 at 21:30, Brasília time, at the Maracanã. If Flamengo win by a single goal, the competition will be decided on penalties.

Source: Coluna Do Fla