Filipe Luís on Bap relationship after Flamengo v Lanús Recopa talk | OneFootball

Flamengo President Bap Went to Ninho do Urubu Training Center to Demand Results from the Coaching Staff and Players

Flamengo takes the field this Thursday (26) to face Lanús (ARG) in the return leg of the South American Recopa. On the eve of the match, coach Filipe Luís commented on the 'demand' made by President Bap and detailed his relationship with the red-and-black leader.

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— First, that conversation stays in the room, but it's simple. Bap and I have a very open dialogue, since last year, with weekly meetings, always, both in good times and not so good times, we talk about all aspects of the team, both the individual aspect of the players, technical, tactical, and everything –, began Filipe.

— He really likes to know the decisions and we have a very open dialogue about it. I like to be very cold in the analysis and know where I went wrong, where we can do better to correct this course -, added the Flamengo coach.

— So I always share with him, the players, and the group my analysis of what is happening, what happens in each game, each game has a different context and these meetings are extremely important within a football department where there is so much demand -, concluded Filipe Luís, in an interview with ‘ESPN’.

Did Bap Go to Ninho do Urubu Training Center?

Yes! Last Saturday (21), before the game against Madureira, President Bap went to Ninho do Urubu Training Center. Thus, the red-and-black leader held meetings to demand results from the football director José Boto, as well as Filipe Luís's coaching staff.

This is because Flamengo's performance at the start of 2026 is below expectations. So far, the Red-and-Black has played ten matches with the main team, achieving five wins, four losses, and one draw. Additionally, the Mengão finished as runners-up in the Brazilian Super Cup, after being defeated by Corinthians.

How is Flamengo Doing in the South American Recopa?

Flamengo now has the chance to 'turn the page' and win the first title in 2026. This is because Mengão is competing in the South American Recopa, but lost the first leg to Lanús 1-0. Therefore, the Red-and-Black needs a victory to win the tournament.

When Do Flamengo and Lanús Face Each Other?

In search of a comeback in the decision, Flamengo faces Lanús again this Thursday (26). Moreover, the match kicks off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the second leg of the South American Recopa.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match between Flamengo and Lanús, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, ESPN (cable channel) and Disney+ (streaming) will broadcast the Recopa match.

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