Flamengo go top as Palmeiras held 0-0 by Botafogo at Engenhão after Remo win | OneFootball

Flamengo are the new leaders of the Brasileirão after Palmeiras were held 0-0 by Botafogo at Engenhão on Sunday, following the Rio side’s win over Remo. As reported by Coluna Do Fla, Flamengo had needed Palmeiras to slip after their own victory.

After the round 26 results, Flamengo sit on 54 points, one ahead of Palmeiras on 53. There are 12 matches left for each in the 2026 Brasileirão, with Flamengo chasing a 10th national crown.

The contest in Rio was combative and contentious. Early on, Barboza clattered Montoro’s ankle and was booked. Soon after, Marçal brought down Andreas Pereira as the last man, prompting Palmeiras protests for a red card.

Botafogo goalkeeper Gabriel Batista, a Flamengo academy graduate recently signed by Botafogo, excelled in the second half. Eleven minutes after the restart, Piquerez crossed for Maurício to head firmly, only for a point-blank save to deny him.

The leaders aim to stretch their advantage next weekend. Palmeiras host São Paulo at Nubank Parque on Saturday 12 at 18:30, Brasília time. Flamengo visit Corinthians on Sunday 13 at 17:30.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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