Flamengo have 1 confirmed absentee for Palmeiras clash in Brasileirão | OneFootball

On the other hand, Leonardo Jardim could have two reinforcements for this Saturday’s (23) match

Amid a major rivalry built over the past few years, Flamengo and Palmeiras face each other this Saturday (23). For the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship, the Most Beloved has one confirmed absence: Danilo.

In short, the center back is serving a suspension after being sent off in Flamengo’s 1-1 draw with Athletico-PR. As a result, Palmeiras avoided facing the ‘nemesis’ who left the São Paulo side as runners-up in the 2025 Libertadores, in Lima, Peru.

Does Flamengo have reinforcements and doubts?

At the moment, Flamengo could have two reinforcements for the match against Palmeiras: Erick Pulgar and Gonzalo Plata. Both have recovered from shoulder and knee injuries, respectively. As a result, the duo took part in the latest training sessions with the Rubro-Negro squad.

According to reporting by Coluna do Fla, Leonardo Jardim’s coaching staff will reassess Erick Pulgar and Plata in this Friday’s (22) training session. If all goes well, the coach will include both players in the squad for the Brasileirão ‘decider’.

Why is Flamengo vs Palmeiras considered a ‘final’?

The match is being seen as an ‘early final,’ since it pits the top two teams in the Brasileirão table against each other. While Palmeiras lead the league with 35 points, the Most Beloved are in second place with 31.

Therefore, if Flamengo beat Palmeiras, they will move to just one point behind the leaders, while still having a game in hand over the São Paulo side. Finally, Coluna do Fla will be at the Maracanã to follow every detail of the Brasileirão ‘decider’.

What are the match and broadcast details?

It is worth noting that Flamengo and Palmeiras face off starting at 9:00 p.m. (Brasília time) this Saturday (23). The match, valid for the 17th round of the Brasileirão, will take place at the Maracanã, with live coverage on Premiere via pay-per-view.

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