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Flamengo and Cruzeiro Compete for the Leadership of the Brazilian Championship

Flamengo continues its preparation to face Cruzeiro on Thursday (02), for the 26th round of the Brasileirão. Before the match, this Tuesday (30), Jorge Carrascal gave a press conference and highlighted the importance of the classic. After all, both teams are competing for the leadership of the championship.

— The match is going to be very difficult. I speak as a team. We are preparing very well. The truth is we come from two very difficult games, also very important games. I think we have to continue working with humility and respect, always giving everything on the field -, started Carrascal.

— And I believe that this way we will try to achieve better results to compete. But it's always necessary to keep our feet on the ground. And I think that, by working and working, we will at least find our efforts rewarded later on -, he added.

— We need to continue with humility and I believe the team is doing this very well. I think that's what we are showing and representing on the field -, concluded the Flamengo midfielder.

How are Flamengo and Cruzeiro in the Brasileirão?

It is worth noting that the match between Flamengo and Cruzeiro is considered a ‘six-point game’. After all, the Most Beloved is leading the Brasileirão with 54 points. Right behind, in second place, is Cruzeiro with 50.

However, Mengão has one less game in the Brasileirão compared to Cruzeiro. This is because the match between Flamengo and Sport, valid for the 12th round of the championship, was postponed due to Fla's participation in the Club World Cup.

When do Flamengo and Cruzeiro face each other?

With Carrascal available, the interstate classic between Flamengo and Cruzeiro takes place at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (02). The match will be held at Maracanã, for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best internet coverage through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Flamengo vs. Cruzeiro game.

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