Ansu Fati, currently a Monaco player, opens up about the impact of Filipe Luís’ work at Flamengo and projects the coach’s future in European football.
Filipe Luís‘ tenure as manager of Flamengo left a lasting impression not only on the rubro-negro fans but also among global football stars. Former Barcelona player Ansu Fati, who now plays under the Brazilian coach at Monaco, revealed that he was already closely following the manager’s tactical performance while he was still working in Brazilian football.
In a recent interview, Ansu Fati highlighted the visibility that Flamengo achieved under Filipe Luís, especially after the historic 2025 season. According to the forward, the coach’s success in Brazil did not go unnoticed by players competing in the Old Continent.
Ansu Fati’s recognition
The Spanish athlete’s admiration goes beyond mere professional courtesy. When speaking about the style of play implemented by the former full-back, Ansu Fati expressed optimism regarding Filipe Luís‘ transition to French football.
Yes, I knew him. I saw him in the Club World Cup, where the best played. I saw all the titles there in Brazil. Many of the best players in the world come from there—from Brazil, from Flamengo, from Corinthians, from Grêmio. I am happy he is here and working to do his best. We are working hard now. He has just arrived and is still getting to know everything and every player, but he already has a clear idea of how he wants to play, which is very important.
Filipe Luís’ legacy and numbers at Fla
Filipe Luís‘ time at Flamengo was marked by impressive figures. In 101 matches, the coach recorded 64 wins and 22 draws, achieving a 70% success rate.
His tenure was triumphant, securing seven trophies, including the Copa Libertadores and the Brazilian Serie A. Despite his turbulent departure in 2026, following runner-up finishes in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Recopa Sudamericana, respect for the professional remains intact among much of the expert community.
Challenge at Anfield and the M360 Team’s take
After taking over Monaco in early July, Filipe Luís is now preparing for his biggest challenge of the European preseason. This Sunday (09), the French side faces Liverpool at the iconic Anfield Stadium.
The match, which kicks off at 10:30 AM (Brasília time), will serve as a trial by fire for the coach’s tactical convictions against a Premier League giant.
For the M360 Team, Filipe Luís‘ journey at the Rubro-Negro was cut short unfairly. There is an expectation that the coach will build a solid career in Europe and that, in the near future, his return path to Flamengo will be a natural one.
The greatest desire of the ‘Nação,’ which remains in everyone’s memory, continues to be winning the Club World Cup title that slipped away by such a narrow margin.
M360 Team
