Abel Ferreira on “pride and passion” after Flamengo defeat

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·29 de dezembro de 2025

Abel Ferreira on “pride and passion” after Flamengo defeat

How did Abel Ferreira, Palmeiras’ coach, react after the match against Flamengo?

Flamengo and Palmeiras played important matches throughout the entire 2025 season. In the Brasileirão, the Rubro-Negro came out on top against their rival, winning 3-2 at Maracanã. However, even in defeat, coach Abel Ferreira did not ‘let his guard down’ and showed pride in his team.

“I’ve never come here (Maracanã) and taken 20 shots. I’ve never come here and had more possession. I’ve never come here and played ‘eye to eye’ like we did today. It’s the first time (this has happened) since I arrived here. That gives me pride and a hell of a thrill,” said Abel Ferreira in the documentary ‘Acesso Total’.

HOW WAS THE FLAMENGO VS PALMEIRAS GAME IN THE BRASILEIRÃO?

Flamengo had a devastating start at Maracanã, opening the score 3-0 with goals from Arrascaeta, Jorginho, and Pedro. However, in the second half, Vitor Roque and Gustavo Gómez managed to pull two back, but Mengão came out victorious.

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It’s important to note that in addition to the Brasileirão matches, Flamengo and Palmeiras faced each other again in the grand final of the Libertadores. In Lima, Peru, Mengão secured their fourth title in the tournament with a header goal from Danilo. With this, the Rubro-Negro became the first Brazilian team to win the competition four times.

HOW DID THE 2025 SEASON END FOR FLAMENGO?

In addition to the Libertadores title, Flamengo also won the Brasileirão, which they contested until the end with Palmeiras. Finally, o Mais Querido also claimed the Supercopa do Brasil, Taça Guanabara, Carioca, Derby das Américas, and Copa Challenger. For now, the players are enjoying their vacation, with the return date yet to be set.

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