“It’s war”: Flamengo fans demand fight from squad v Palmeiras | OneFootball

Flamengo face Palmeiras next Saturday (23)

Flamengo beat Estudiantes (ARG) last Wednesday (20), 1-0, with a goal from Pedro, in a Copa Libertadores match. After the game, the Rubro-Negro fans demanded grit ahead of the clash against Palmeiras in the Brazilian Championship.

“It’s war, it’s war, Saturday is war”, chanted the Flamengo fans at the Maracanã right after the final whistle last Wednesday (20). As a result, the moment sparked major reaction among the Nação, who also echoed the chant on social media.

WHAT IS THE CONTEXT OF THE SITUATION?

Flamengo and Palmeiras have been the two main clubs in Brazilian football in recent years. That is because the teams have battled point by point for the Copa Libertadores and the Brazilian Championship titles, becoming interstate rivals.

At the moment, Flamengo sit second in the Brazilian Championship, with 31 points from 15 matches played. Palmeiras, on the other hand, are top of the table with 35 points from 16 matches.

WHEN IS FLAMENGO X PALMEIRAS?

So, Flamengo face Palmeiras next Saturday (23), at 9:00 p.m. (Brasília time), at the Maracanã, in a match valid for the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship. Therefore, Coluna do Fla brings you all the information about the derby.

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