Clube de Regatas do Flamengo repudiates the content published by journalist Diogo Dantas in his column in the newspaper O Globo, this Monday (30), entitled Behind the Scenes: Flamengo's board feared that Filipe Luís would field Arrascaeta and disapproved of the strategy against Bayern. The text in question finds no support in the reality of Flamengo's football environment and lacks veracity in its premises and conclusions.

Unfortunately, this is yet another example of a recurring practice that insists on transforming speculation and personal impressions into "news" with the sole purpose of generating engagement, clicks, and viewership, even if this compromises the credibility of the information and respect for the professionals involved.

Since the beginning of 2025, Flamengo has adopted a stance of absolute professionalism in football, with no interference from management in its routine or environment. The team's delegation at the FIFA Club World Cup is an example of this, as all 78 members are Flamengo employees, which reinforces the discrepancy between what was published and the truth. 

The club reaffirms its full confidence in De Arrascaeta, one of the team's leaders, who is enjoying one of his best seasons at Flamengo, and also in the decisions and leadership of coach Filipe Luís, who has complete autonomy to make decisions. The season's statistics leave no doubt: first place in the Brazilian Championship, with the number 10 leading the competition's scoring charts, titles in the Carioca and the Brazilian Super Cup, and qualification for the round of XNUMX of the CONMEBOL Libertadores and Copa do Brasil.  

We will remain firm in our commitment to the truth, respect for our athletes, and valuing the serious work that has been done by all the professionals at Clube de Regatas do Flamengo.