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Flamengo and Atlético-MG Clash Next Sunday (27)

Flamengo and Atlético-MG will face off next Sunday (27) at Maracanã, for the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship. Before the match, the teams had commitments on different dates: the Rubro-Negro played on Wednesday (23), while the team from Minas Gerais played on Thursday (24), giving Mengão one extra day of rest in preparation for the game.

The reason for the extra time is precisely the schedule. Atlético-MG, Flamengo's next opponent, worked hard but secured qualification for the round of 16 of the Copa Sudamericana this Thursday (24). After losing 1-0 to Bucaramanga (COL) in Belo Horizonte, the team from Minas recovered in the penalties and won 3-1. Now, they switch focus and return to the field on Sunday (27) against Mengão for the Brasileirão.

AND WHAT ABOUT FLAMENGO?

On the other hand, Flamengo did their homework away from home. Last Wednesday (23), the Rubro-Negro defeated Red Bull Bragantino 2-1, coming from behind, in Bragança Paulista, with goals from Léo Pereira and Wesley. After the victory, the players were given a day off on Thursday (24) for physical recovery.

Now, the squad returns to training on Friday morning (25) at Ninho do Urubu and begins preparations for the clash with Atlético-MG. It is worth noting that the match could put Mengão back in the lead of the Brazilian Championship, which is crucial for the Rubro-Negro's ambitions.

WHEN IS FLAMENGO VS ATLÉTICO-MG?

Flamengo will host Atlético-MG next Sunday (27) at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship. As usual, Coluna do Fla will cover all the details of the match and keep the fans informed in real-time. Additionally, the game will be broadcast live on the Premiere channel, on a pay-per-view basis.

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