Fluminense slump deepens after coach exit as Palmeiras test could aid Flamengo | OneFootball

Fluminense are in a rough spell and face Palmeiras on Saturday 15, a test that could also serve Flamengo’s title push.

According to Coluna Do Fla, Rio’s historic rivals add another twist this weekend.

Fluminense have not won an official match since the World Cup break. They are out of the Copa do Brasil, have drifted away from the top of the Brasileirão and drew 0-0 with Rivadavia at the Maracanã, leaving a Libertadores decider away from home.

After dismissing Luis Zulbeldia, only a win keeps them in the top four.

Flamengo have rediscovered form and closed in on Palmeiras in the last round. They trail by six points with a game in hand, so the effective gap could shrink.

Flamengo visit Mirassol at the Maião on Sunday 16, by which time the result of Fluminense against Palmeiras will be known. Depending on results, Flamengo could end the round only three points behind Abel Ferreira’s side.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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