Full Maracanã! Flamengo fans sell out Palmeiras clash 9 days early | OneFootball

Flamengo and Palmeiras set for a Brasileirão ‘final-like atmosphere’ clash on May 23

Flamengo and Palmeiras, two of the main contenders for the 2026 Brasileirão title, have turned their May 23 showdown at the Maracanã into a clash with a ‘final-like atmosphere’. As a show of support, Flamengo’s fans sold out the tickets nine days in advance, guaranteeing a full house for one of the most anticipated matches of the competition.

Aware of the importance of the match, valid for the 17th round, Flamengo brought forward the start of ticket sales, which began on May 7. Since then, demand has been intense and, this Friday (15), the club confirmed through social media that there are no more tickets available for the home fans. As a result, the scene points to a Maracanã buzzing even before kickoff.

However, the club has not yet disclosed the total number of tickets sold. Even so, as a recent reference, the last derby at the ‘Sacred Temple’, against Vasco, drew around 65,000 fans. Therefore, the final attendance may vary depending on the presence of the away supporters, whose ticket sales are the responsibility of Palmeiras.

WHAT DOES THE TABLE LOOK LIKE?

At the moment, Flamengo sit second in the Brasileirão, with 30 points and a game in hand. Palmeiras, meanwhile, lead the competition with 34 points, which further raises the stakes of this head-to-head clash.

DO THE TEAMS STILL HAVE MATCHES BEFORE THIS CLASH?

Before the showdown at the Maracanã, however, both teams will take the field in the 16th round of the league competition. While Flamengo visit Athletico-PR this Sunday (17) at Arena da Baixada, Palmeiras host Cruzeiro on Saturday (16) at Allianz Parque.

In addition, both teams will also play in the Libertadores in midweek. On Wednesday (20), Flamengo host Estudiantes (ARG) at the Maracanã. Palmeiras, meanwhile, face Cerro Porteño (PAR) at Allianz Parque.

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