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·24 August 2026

Flamengo given free midweek before Botafogo clash after Cruzeiro loss

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Flamengo, beaten 2-1 by Cruzeiro on Saturday 22 in round 24, now have a free midweek before their next Brasileirão fixture.

According to Coluna Do Fla, the CBF has set aside Tuesday 25 to Thursday 27 for the Copa do Brasil quarter-final first legs, and with Flamengo already out, the squad will have the coming days clear.

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Despite the defeat, Flamengo remain second on 45 points after 23 matches, with 13 wins, six draws and four losses.

Palmeiras beat Vasco 4-1 on Sunday 23, restoring a cushion at the top. Abel Ferreira’s side now lead by six points on 51.

Flamengo return on Sunday 30 to face Botafogo at the Maracanã at 16:00, Brasília time, in round 25.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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