After defeating Pyramids, from Egypt, 2-0 this Saturday, Flamengo secured their place in the big decision of the Intercontinental Cup against Paris Saint-Germain. The dominant performance of Filipe Luís’ team had repercussions on the world’s main sports outlets, which are already projecting a complicated challenge for the French.
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Spain: “Luis Enrique has a plan”
The Spanish newspaper Ace Diary He spared no praise and sent a direct warning to the coach of the Parisian team: “Luis Enrique has a problem.” The publication highlighted Rubro-Negro’s enlightened moment, classifying the team as “unstoppable” after winning two titles in an interval of just 15 days.
Journalist Victor Martín, from the same outlet, praised the red-and-black commander’s strategy, stating that “Filipe Luís has a plan, and he never fails.” According to the analysis, Flamengo won with authority, including with two headed goals, accrediting themselves as a “worthy opponent” for a final that promises great emotions.
France: Victory “without forcing”
Already the The Teamfrom France, focused on the ease with which the Brazilian club achieved the result. The newspaper noted that Flamengo secured its ticket to the final “without forcing”, noting the repeated elimination of Egyptian clubs in the semi-finals.
The French daily recalled the trajectory of Flamengo — Libertadores champion over Palmeiras — and confirmed the meeting scheduled for next Wednesday at the Ahmad-ben-Ali stadium, in Qatar, against PSG, current European champion, in addition to warning that it cannot underestimate Flamengo.
Other highlights
In a more contained way, the Markfrom Spain, only noted that “Filipe Luís and Flamengo will face PSG” in the decision. Finally, the British portal Bleacher Report preferred to focus on the technical midfield duel, highlighting the individual confrontation that will take place between the Portuguese Vitinha and the Uruguayan Arrascaeta.
