Flamengo defender admits disappointment over Brazil call-up | OneFootball

Danilo and Alex Sandro from Flamengo were called up by Carlo Ancelotti

The coach of the Brazilian National Team, Carlo Ancelotti, announced the official call-up of the players last Monday (03). Flamengo's defender, Léo Pereira was not called up, despite his good form at the club.

Thus, after the 3-2 victory over Santos last Sunday (09), Léo Pereira vented during an interview in the mixed zone. The defender revealed he was disappointed not to have been called up to the Brazilian National Team.

What did Léo Pereira say?

— It is the best moment of my career. Physically, tactically, and mentally I am very well. I am doing my job, what I can to contribute to my teammates and what Filipe asks. I respect the choice of those called up, I think they are all really top-level players -, he said, before concluding:

— But I also question why I haven't had the opportunity, all the defenders who have been here had it, Fabrício, Léo, Danilo. But I keep working. I did have the expectation, yes, I won't lie, but it's something that can't be controlled. Who knows, maybe one day I'll be there -, concluded Léo Pereira.

Which Flamengo players were called up?

It is worth noting that two players from Flamengo were called up by Carlo Ancelotti: Danilo and Alex Sandro. Thus, the athletes joined the Brazilian National Team for the next two friendlies of the 'Canarinho'.

Now talking about other national teams, five more players from Flamengo received call-ups. As usual, Gonzalo Plata will represent Ecuador, while Carrascal joins the Colombian National Team. Finally, Uruguay called up Arrascaeta, Varela, and Matías Viña.

What is Flamengo's next match?

With the seven absences due to the FIFA Date, Flamengo remains focused on their next commitment in the Brasileirão. This Saturday (15), Filipe Luís's team faces Sport at the Arena de Pernambuco at 6:30 PM (Brasília time), in a rescheduled match of the 12th round of the Brasileirão.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Prime Video (streaming) will broadcast the Flamengo vs. Sport game.

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