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When was the last time Flamengo lost to Palmeiras in the Brasileirão?

Flamengo face Palmeiras this Saturday (23) at the Maracanã in the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship. Rubro-Negro, aiming to close in on the top spot, have historically had the upper hand over their São Paulo rival in the Brasileirão.

That’s because Flamengo have not lost to Palmeiras in the Brazilian Championship for nine years, since 2017. Yes! The São Paulo side has not managed to take three points from the Most Beloved in 16 matches. Since then, there have been eight Rubro-Negro wins and eight draws.

The last time Flamengo lost to Palmeiras in the Brazilian Championship was on November 12, 2017. On that occasion, the São Paulo team won 2-0 at Allianz Parque, with both goals scored by striker Deyverson.

What about Brasileirão matches at the Maracanã?

If we look only at matches at the Maracanã in the Brasileirão, Flamengo have not lost to Palmeiras since 2016. Since then, there have been four draws and five wins for the Most Beloved.

What does the Brasileirão table look like?

At the moment, Flamengo are in second place in the Brazilian Championship with 31 points. Palmeiras, meanwhile, have 35, but with one game more played. Therefore, this Saturday’s match (23) is crucial for the Most Beloved to move closer to the top.

So, if they beat Palmeiras, Flamengo will reach 34 points in the Brazilian Championship. However, the Most Beloved could overtake the São Paulo side if they win the postponed match against Mirassol at the Maracanã.

What time is Flamengo vs Palmeiras?

Thus, Flamengo’s match against Palmeiras will be on Saturday (23) starting at 9:00 p.m. (Brasília time). The clash, valid for the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship, will be held at the Maracanã, and a full house is expected.

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