Flamengo takes on São Paulo this Sunday at the Maracanã as they look to keep the pressure on the league leaders. Here are all the details on where to watch and the latest news from the Rubro-Negro squad.
The Brazilian Serie A continues to heat up, and Flamengo has a crucial matchup ahead. This Sunday (26), the team managed by Leonardo Jardim hosts São Paulo at 6:30 PM (Brasília time) at a Maracanã stadium expected to be buzzing with the support of the Nação. The match is considered vital for the Rubro-Negro to consolidate its position at the top of the table and remain firmly in the hunt for Palmeiras.
For those looking to follow every play of this duel, the official broadcast will be exclusive to the Premiere pay-per-view system. The broadcasting team will feature play-by-play commentary from Luiz Carlos Junior, with analysis from Ana Thaís Matos and Richarlyson. As always, Coluna do Fla will bring the Rubro-Negro fans right inside the stadium with the most comprehensive coverage on the web, including pre-match buildup, real-time commentary, and all the behind-the-scenes action on YouTube, their website, and social media.
Squad news and returns
Manager Leonardo Jardim is preparing the team with important reinforcements. The full-back positions are expected to see the returns of Varela and Alex Sandro, adding more solidity to the unit. In the defensive line, there is excellent news for the fans: Léo Ortiz has recovered from his injury and is back in the squad, though he is expected to start the match on the bench.
In midfield, the manager is still evaluating the best formation. Although Arrascaeta has recovered, the coaching staff is likely to manage his minutes, with Lorran and De La Cruz competing for the starting spot. Flamengo is still dealing with the absence of Carrascal, who is suspended by the STJD, and concerns over the fitness of Plata.
Projected lineup
Aiming to replicate their masterclass performance against Chapecoense—when they won 4-0—Flamengo is expected to take the field with: Rossi; Varela, Vitão, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Erick Pulgar, Jorginho, and Lorran (De La Cruz); Lino, Bruno Henrique, and Pedro.
Regarding the expectations for the match, Coluna do Fla reporter Rodrigo Lima highlights the importance of the moment:
The game against São Paulo is a good opportunity for Flamengo to find their rhythm this season. In their favor, the Rubro-Negro has the Maracanã factor, which will be packed. Furthermore, the visitors are not going through a good spell. Therefore, it is a perfect scenario for Mengo to keep chasing Palmeiras in the Brazilian Serie A.
Expectations are for an intense clash, where the fans’ “Raça, Amor e Paixão” (Spirit, Love, and Passion) at the stadium will be the difference-maker in securing three points and keeping the dream of the Brazilian Serie A title alive.
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