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Filipe Luís managed Monaco’s (FRA) first match this Saturday (18)

Filipe Luís, formerly of Flamengo, began his journey as head coach of Monaco (FRA) this Saturday (18). The first test came in a friendly against Saint-Priest (FRA), a team from France’s fourth division.

The match ended in a 5-2 win for Monaco. In addition, the game marked not only Filipe Luís’ debut on the touchline, but also the return of Paul Pogba, with the midfielder recovered from injury and playing in the second half.

WHAT WERE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FRIENDLY?

Monaco’s attacking output gave the team the edge from the start. Eric Dier and Alexandre Golovin found the net in the first half.

In the second half, youngster Paris Brunner scored twice to widen the gap. The scoring was completed by an own goal from the opposition, although Saint-Priest also took advantage of the lack of chemistry among the substitutes to pull two back.

After the match, Filipe Luís assessed the team’s performance to determine the direction of training. The coach is now focused on correcting mistakes and improving the positive aspects seen on the field.

— It was a good test. I think friendlies always show us the path to follow, they serve as a guide to identify specific points and the most important aspects. The priority is to correct what needs to be corrected, train more, without overlooking the positive points we saw today -, he said.

HOW IS MONACO’S PREPARATION GOING?

It is worth noting that Filipe Luís is dealing with several absences in the current squad. Jordan Teze, Ansu Fati, Minamino, Stanis Idumbo, Salisu, and Vanderson are still in the recovery process from injuries suffered last season.

Despite the absences, Pogba’s presence on the pitch generated excitement. That is because, after just 133 minutes in official matches in the 2025/2026 season, the 33-year-old player has returned to following the same training schedule as the rest of his teammates.

WHAT ARE FILIPE LUÍS’ NEXT COMMITMENTS IN CHARGE OF MONACO?

The win over Saint-Priest represents Monaco’s starting point in its series of preparatory friendlies. Therefore, Filipe Luís’ next challenge will take place on July 25 in Lisbon. At José Alvalade Stadium, the Principality side will face Sporting (POR) in the Troféu Cinco Violinos.

After that, the schedule features matches against Getafe (ESP) and Liverpool (ENG). These tests are aimed at making the necessary adjustments before the official Ligue 1 opener, which takes place on August 23 against Le Havre (FRA).

WHAT WAS FILIPE LUÍS’ JOURNEY AS FLAMENGO COACH LIKE?

Filipe Luís’ coaching career began in the youth ranks of the Rubro-Negro club right after retiring from the pitch in 2024. His rapid rise to the senior team brought significant achievements.

His time at Gávea brought titles such as the Copa do Brasil, Supercopa do Brasil, Campeonato Carioca, Brasileirão, Libertadores, Derby of the Americas, and the Challenger Cup. In 101 matches, Filipe Luis recorded 64 wins, 22 draws, and 15 losses, for a 70% success rate. However, the drop in form at the start of 2026, marked by runner-up finishes in the Supercopa and Recopa, resulted in the coach’s dismissal.

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