Flamengo’s title hopes rise despite defeat to Fluminense in the Brasileirão | OneFootball

What are Flamengo’s chances of winning the Brazilian Championship after losing to Fluminense?

Flamengo lost to Fluminense, while Palmeiras drew with Vitória in the Brazilian Championship. Despite the setback in the Carioca derby, the Most Beloved saw its chances of winning the title increase.

According to economist Bruno Imaizumi, Flamengo’s chances of winning the title rose from 65.44% to 69.71%. Meanwhile, Palmeiras’ chances dropped from 33.39% to 27.87%.

— Flamengo’s chances increase because the scenario for Palmeiras to become leader hasn’t changed: they would need a win in the round and, at the same time, a draw from Flamengo. And now there’s one less round for that to happen, he said in an interview with GE.

What is the current Brasileirão standings?

Currently, the Most Beloved leads the Brazilian Championship with 71 points. Palmeiras is in second place in the competition, with 69. In other words, there are four rounds left and the Rubro-Negro is at the top of the table.

What is the next match?

Flamengo takes the field on Saturday (22), at Maracanã, against Bragantino, for the 35th round of the Brazilian Championship. The match is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), with broadcast on Premiere, via pay-per-view.

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