Internacional boss hails Flamengo after hard-fought draw in Brasileirão | OneFootball

Flamengo and Internacional drew 1-1 in the second round of the Brazilian Championship

Despite the Libertadores and Brasileirão trophies in 2025, Flamengo is off to a poor start in 2026. Thus, the Rubro-Negro drew 1-1 in the second round of the Brasileirão against Internacional, whose coach praised the Most Beloved on Wednesday (04).

— Flamengo won everything in 2025. They are not getting the results now, but they have a very good coach and impressive players. We wanted more possession, but it’s a rival with a lot of quality. Congratulations to my players — highlighted Paulo Pezzolano in a press conference.

Did Flamengo really win everything in 2025?

Unlike 2026, last year’s Fla had a solid defense and unlimited offensive power. Thus, the Rubro-Negro claimed their fourth Libertadores title and their ninth Brasileirão. This year, however, the Most Beloved has just one win in eight matches.

How did they draw with Internacional?

This Wednesday (04), Fla had a lackluster first half. As a result, the visitors scored with Borré. In the second half, however, Varela came on for Emerson Royal, won a penalty, and Arrascaeta converted to level the score.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Amid a string of poor results, Flamengo faces Sampaio Corrêa this Saturday (07), for the sixth round of the Carioca. The match kicks off at 9pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã.

So, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Sampaio Corrêa through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, SporTV (cable channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Carioca match.

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