**Sacking of Flamengo Coach Sparks Surprise and Confusion** In a shocking move, Brazilian football giants Flamengo have parted ways with their head coach, Filipe Luis, just hours after he led the team to an impressive 8-0 thrashing of Madureira in the Campeonato Carioca semi-finals. Despite securing an 11-0 aggregate win in the semi-finals and sending a strong message to their opponents, it seems that the club's board has deemed Luis's services no longer needed. The 40-year-old former Chelsea player, who has had a rich history with Flamengo, has been in charge of the team since September 24 last year, replacing the legendary Tite. Luis's tenure has been nothing short of impressive, with the team winning seven major trophies, including the prestigious Copa Libertadores title in 2025. He became the ninth person to achieve this feat, both as a player and as a coach. However, it seems that the board's expectations for the team have not been met, despite Luis's impressive track record. The timing of the sacking has left many fans confused and shocked, especially given the team's recent performance. Flamengo are currently struggling in the Brazilian Serie A league, sitting 11th with one win and one draw from three matches. The chants of "shameless" from the fans during the 8-0 win against Madureira may have been a warning sign for the board, but it seems that they have chosen to listen to other voices. The departure of Luis, along with assistant coach Ivan Palanco and physical trainer Diogo Linhares, marks a significant change in the team's leadership. The club has expressed gratitude to Luis for his contributions during his tenure and wishes him well in his future endeavors. As Flamengo prepares to face Fluminense in the Carioca final on Sunday, fans are left wondering what the future holds for the team under new leadership.