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How did Pedro perform in Flamengo vs Fluminense?

Everything is business as usual in Rio de Janeiro! This Sunday (12), Flamengo beat Fluminense 2-1, with two goals from Pedro, in the 11th round of the Brasileirão. With the win, the Rubro-Negro made the most of the brilliant performance from the number 9 and took a jab at their Rio rival.

This is because Flamengo brought back a post made by Fluminense in 2016, when the number 9 was still playing for the Tricolor side: “And the goal was scored by Pedro once again.” So, with the striker’s two goals this Sunday (12), the Rubro-Negro responded to their rival: “He never gets tired of scoring.”

Did Pedro already play for Fluminense?

Yes! Now a Flamengo striker, Pedro began his professional football career playing for Fluminense. However, the striker has always said he is a Rubro-Negro supporter and, since 2020, has been living his dream of wearing the Sacred Mantle.

How did Pedro perform in Flamengo vs Fluminense?

Leonardo Jardim started Pedro this Sunday (12). Then, just seven minutes into the first half, the number 9 scored a stunning goal to open the scoring for Fla. Then, at 05’ of the second half, the center forward scored Mengão’s second goal, finishing off a cross from Samuel Lino.

What are Pedro’s numbers for Flamengo in 2026?

With the two goals scored this Sunday (12), Pedro pulled even further ahead as Flamengo’s top scorer in the 2026 season. Right now, the number 9 has played 20 matches, with 11 goals and three assists.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Pedro available, Flamengo now turns its focus back to the Libertadores. This Thursday (16), Leonardo Jardim’s team faces Independiente Medellín (COL) at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, in the second round of the tournament.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Independiente Medellín through YouTube, the website and social media. However, ESPN and Disney+ will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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