Palmeiras six points clear of Flamengo as Fluminense host in Brasileirão round 23 | OneFootball

Palmeiras hold a six-point lead over Flamengo going into round 23, and Fluminense could aid their rivals when they meet at the Maracanã on Saturday. According to Coluna Do Fla, a home win for Fluminense would open the door for Flamengo’s push on Sunday.

Saturday’s slate features Fluminense v Palmeiras at 16:30 at the Maracanã, Athletico-PR v Bragantino at 18:30 at the Arena da Baixada, and São Paulo v Coritiba at 21:00 at the Morumbi. All kick-offs are Brasília time.

Palmeiras arrive in a brittle moment after two home draws, a 0-0 with Internacional in Brasileirão round 22, then 1-1 against Cerro Porteño (ARG) in the Libertadores last 16 first leg. Some supporters have voiced frustration with Abel Ferreira, while the Mancha Alviverde have blamed an alleged ‘system’.

The Maracanã clash will be shown on Premiere pay-per-view. Fluminense are fourth and their fans want a response.

Flamengo visit Mirassol on Sunday in round 23, with kick-off at 18:30 at the Maião. The match will be broadcast on Cazé TV on YouTube and on Premiere pay-per-view.

The report also noted the discomfort of relying on a rival, adding that Flamengo supporters uneasy about backing Fluminense could simply hope Palmeiras slip.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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