Spanish paper reacts to Flamengo’s Recopa loss, slams Filipe Luís | OneFootball

Flamengo will need to overturn the score in the return match next Thursday (26)

Thursday night (19) saw Flamengo lose 1-0 to Lanús (ARG) in the Recopa Sudamericana. Not surprisingly, the Spanish newspaper AS called Fla “apathetic” and said that the “Maracanã will deliver the verdict” for Filipe Luís’s team.

In summary, the publication made harsh criticisms of the performance and the coach of Flamengo. That’s because AS stated that the Rubro-Negro “couldn’t get into the game” and will have “a lot of work” to overturn the result at the Maracanã.

Finally, AS’s analysis reinforced that Flamengo missed a “true number 9.” Moreover, the portal stated that Lucas Paquetá and Arrascaeta “barely managed to trouble” the Lanús defense, especially during the first half.

What is Flamengo’s situation in the Recopa?

Because of the 1-0 scoreline built in Argentina, Lanús can even draw at the Maracanã and still be crowned Recopa Sudamericana champions. However, a simple win by Flamengo will take the decision to a penalty shootout.

In other words, Flamengo needs to win the return match by at least two goals to claim the title without needing penalties. So far, the Most Beloved has sold more than 50,000 tickets in advance for the match.

When is the return match between Flamengo and Lanús?

The second match between Flamengo and Lanús, officially deciding the Recopa Sudamericana title, takes place on Thursday (26). The clash will be held at the Maracanã, starting at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), with coverage on ESPN (cable) and Disney+ (streaming).

And before that?

However, before competing for the Recopa Sudamericana title, Flamengo faces Madureira in the semifinals of the Campeonato Carioca. The teams face off on Sunday (22), starting at 8:30 p.m. (Brasília time).

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.