Andreas Pereira mocks Flamengo after Palmeiras loss: "They’re more worried about me" | OneFootball

Palmeiras midfielder Andreas Pereira was a starter in the Libertadores runner-up campaign

Flamengo won their fourth Libertadores title by defeating Andreas Pereira's Palmeiras. After the victory, provocations on social media ‘targeted’ the midfielder, who stated that the Rubro-Negro club seems more concerned about him than about celebrating.

“I respect all the clubs I’ve played for. I’ve never been someone who disrespected anyone in my career, nor any club. If they (Flamengo) think this is more important, if they think talking about me when they win a title is more important, that shows the greatness of the club (Palmeiras). They’re more concerned about me than celebrating the Libertadores,” he said in an interview with Estadão.

WHY WAS ANDREAS PEREIRA TARGETED?

On November 29, right after winning the Libertadores, Flamengo shared on social media a photo of Andreas Pereira from behind, carrying a delivery backpack next to the continental trophy. In addition, the Rubro-Negro club added the caption: “No one dies owing us.”

The post alluded to Andreas Pereira’s mistake that resulted in Deyverson’s goal and secured the Libertadores title for Palmeiras in 2021. At the time, the midfielder was still playing for the Rubro-Negro side.

“I don’t dwell on it, I don’t hold grudges, I have nothing. I’m at Palmeiras, and what matters most now is Palmeiras. Let’s rest, focus, and see what we need to improve for next year, because in 2025 we’ll be chasing big achievements,” said Andreas Pereira.

DOUBLE RUNNER-UP?

In addition to finishing as runners-up in the Libertadores, Palmeiras ended the Brasileirão in second place. With one round to spare, Flamengo secured the league title.

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