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This Tuesday (30), Filipe Luís completes one year as the professional coach of Flamengo

After the 2-1 victory over Corinthians, Filipe Luís commented on completing one year as the professional coach of Flamengo. This is because the former full-back was announced for the coaching position on September 30, 2024.

— It's been very intense. I told the players, after the Libertadores game, that when I got to my room after this mental load of penalties, absurd tension that we have as a coach, competing in the club with the most pressure in the country… -, highlighted Filipe Luís, in a press conference, adding that:

— I got to my room and was grateful, but not for the victory. I was grateful for the privilege of being able to live all these unique moments here at Flamengo, both as a player and now as a coach. Every second for me is a gift. I'm taking full advantage, enjoying it even when it's not so good. I'm where I want to be -, stated the red-black commander.

What's the context?

A year ago, Filipe Luís was in charge of the under-20 team of Flamengo. Now, however, the coach is about to complete 365 days leading the main team in one of the most important moments of the season.

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The former full-back took over after Tite's departure and debuted on October 2. On that occasion, Flamengo defeated Corinthians 1-0 in the semifinal of the Copa do Brasil, a tournament that became Filipe Luís's first title as the main team's coach.

What will Flamengo do on the 2nd?

Besides celebrating exactly one year on the sidelines, the match against Cruzeiro on Thursday (2nd) could give Flamengo an advantage in the Brasileirão. This is because, currently, the Red-Black has 54 points and the team from Minas, 50.

What time is Flamengo vs Cruzeiro?

With Filipe Luís on the sidelines, Flamengo faces Cruzeiro next Thursday (2nd). The game starts at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best internet coverage through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the duel between Flamengo and Cruzeiro.

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