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Leonardo Jardim faces Cruzeiro again this Wednesday (11)

Despite a goalless draw in regular time, Flamengo was the big winner of the Campeonato Carioca in 2026. In the penalty shootout, the red-and-black team overcame Fluminense and claimed the title on Sunday (08). However, this Monday (09), Fla's focus has shifted.

In summary, according to a report by Coluna do Fla, the Flamengo squad is training on the morning of this Monday (09). Thus, at Ninho do Urubu, coach Leonardo Jardim leads the session with a focus on the next match for the Most Beloved.

It is worth noting that, on Wednesday (11), Leonardo Jardim will face Cruzeiro again. The Minas Gerais team was the last club where the Portuguese coach worked, back in 2025. However, at the end of the season, the coach stated that he wanted to leave the team due to personal reasons.

How was Jardim's debut at Fla?

Despite the goalless draw, Leonardo Jardim's men defeated Fluminense in the penalty shootout. With this, the Portuguese coach won his first title in Brazil. In addition, this was Fla's first trophy of the year and the third consecutive Carioca for the Most Beloved.

What is Flamengo's next match?

With Leonardo Jardim in charge, Flamengo faces Cruzeiro on Wednesday (11) starting at 9:30 PM (Brasília time). Finally, the match will take place at Maracanã, valid for the fifth round of the Campeonato Brasileiro.

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