FIFA president heads to Maracanã to watch Flamengo v Fluminense | OneFootball

Gianni Infantino is in Brazil and will take the opportunity to watch the classic at Maracanã

Flamengo and Fluminense will take the field this Sunday (25). The classic match of the fourth round of the Campeonato Carioca will have a special spectator. It is the FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, who will attend Maracanã.

In summary, Infantino is in Rio de Janeiro for the launch of the 2027 Women's World Cup. Therefore, the FIFA president will take advantage of his stay in Brazil to watch the classic between Flamengo and Fluminense. Journalist Raisa Simplicio initially reported the information, and the Coluna do Fla team confirmed it.

It is worth noting that Infantino has a series of commitments in Brazil, in addition to attending the Fla-Flu and being present at the Women's World Cup launch. The FIFA president may meet with President Lula.

What are the details of the Fla-Flu?

Flamengo and Fluminense will face off starting at 6 PM (Brasília time) this Sunday (25). In short, the Fla-Flu classic takes place at Maracanã, valid for the fourth round of the Campeonato Carioca.

It is important to highlight that the Flamengo vs Fluminense match will be broadcast live by Rede Globo on open TV. Additionally, Premiere, through pay-per-view, and GETV on YouTube, will also air the Carioca classic.

How is Flamengo's situation in the Carioca?

After the main team took over the Carioca matches, Flamengo achieved its first victory in the competition. In Group B, the Most Beloved reached four points in four matches played.

Currently, Flamengo occupies the fifth position in Group B of the Carioca. Fluminense, Sunday's (25) opponent, is in second place in Group A, with six points, two wins, and one loss in the State Championship.

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