Corinthians aim to improve their record against Flamengo | OneFootball

This Sunday, March 22, Corinthians will take to the field at the Neo Química Arena at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) to face Flamengo in a match valid for the 8th round of the 2026 Brazilian Championship. The Alvinegro Paulista enters the duel seeking to improve their record in the confrontation.

Throughout their history, Corinthians and Flamengo have faced each other in 157 matches, with Timão emerging victorious on 57 occasions, drawing 34 times, and being defeated 66 times. Additionally, the confrontation has seen 462 goals scored, with 221 for Corinthians and 241 for Flamengo.

Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Ag. Corinthians

The record in matches valid for the Brazilian Championship is also not favorable for Timão. There have been 83 games in the national competition, with 29 Corinthians victories, 20 draws, and 34 victories for the Cariocas. Furthermore, Corinthians scored 100 goals, while Flamengo scored 119.

At the Neo Química Arena, Corinthians also lost the advantage they had recently. There have been 16 games at the stadium, with five Corinthians victories, six defeats, and five draws. Additionally, the Alvinegro Paulista scored 16 goals and conceded 21.

The last duel between the clubs took place on February 1, for the 2026 Supercopa do Brasil. Held at the Mané Garrincha Stadium in Brasília, the match ended with a victory and title for Timão, with a score of 2-0, with goals from Yuri Alberto and Gabriel Paulista.

Corinthians enters the duel occupying the 9th position, with two victories, three draws, and two defeats in seven rounds, totaling nine points. A victory could take the team led by Dorival Júnior up to the 7th position in the tournament.

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