Filipe Luís urges Flamengo players to earn places after 1-1 Internacional draw | OneFootball

Flamengo were held 1-1 by Internacional at the Maracanã on Wednesday, and Filipe Luís used his post-match remarks to underline competition for places.

According to Coluna Do Fla, the coach said last year's game model, which delivered the Brasileirão and Libertadores with Pedro involved until his injury, still guides his choices. He added that he adapts the system to those who best serve the team and that the best players have to be on the pitch.

He stressed that selection depends on players' responses on the field, describing internal rivalry as open and healthy. He said Flamengo want the best to represent the club, and he hopes the squad maintain their levels, recover physically and emotionally, return to winning and regain the fans' affection.

Filipe Luís was the standout coach in Brazil last season, leading Flamengo to three trophies in 2025.

The club have strengthened with Vitão, Andrew and Lucas Paquetá, yet they are without a win in four matches this season.

Focus now shifts to the Campeonato Carioca, as Flamengo face Sampaio Corrêa-RJ on Saturday at 21:00 Brasília time in the final round of the first phase.

Source: Coluna Do Fla