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Why Does Corinthians See Flamengo as Favored by the CBF?

Corinthians was not pleased with the schedule for the first games of the 2026 Brasileirão. This is because the São Paulo team perceives a favoritism by the CBF towards Flamengo ahead of the Supercopa do Brasil decision.

This is because Corinthians debuts in the Brazilian Championship on January 29, while Flamengo takes the field on the 28th of the same month. Thus, the Most Beloved would have more time for rest and training before the Supercopa, scheduled for February 1.

Therefore, Corinthians plans to bring forward their first game of the Brasileirão to have more time for training and rest. However, the tendency is that the CBF will deny the request from the São Paulo team.

Why Does the CBF Not Intend to Accept Corinthians' Request?

The CBF understands that, to change the debut date of Corinthians in the Brasileirão, it would have to make 'crazy' adjustments to the schedule. This is because the São Paulo team faces Velo Clube on Sunday (25), the same day that Bahia (their opponent in the first round of the Brazilian Championship) faces Vitória.

Therefore, for the game between Corinthians and Bahia to be brought forward, the State Championship matches would also need to be altered. Thus, the tendency is for the São Paulo team's match in the Brasileirão to remain scheduled for January 29.

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