Saúl downplays Flamengo v Palmeiras final: "Just like a friendly" | OneFootball

Flamengo and Palmeiras face off on November 29

The red-black fans are counting down the days to the final of the Libertadores, against Palmeiras. Flamengo's midfielder, Saúl, commented on the difference in atmospheres between the Brasileirão and the continental tournament. However, the Spaniard stated that for those who wear the Sacred Mantle, it will be just another game.

— Honestly, it's very beautiful, very special. I saw different atmospheres because we played against Internacional, which is also from Brazil. But it was totally different from the match we played against them in the Brasileirão. Then, against Estudiantes, the atmosphere we had there was incredible -, he said, before concluding:

— Then, Racing was the same, a very beautiful atmosphere. At home, the fans also feel different, they feel different. I don't know why, because for us the Libertadores is as important as a friendly match. Because when you wear the Flamengo jersey, you have to give your best always -, concluded Saúl, in an interview with ‘MengoCast’.

When is the Libertadores final?

The final of the Libertadores between Flamengo and Palmeiras takes place on November 29 (Saturday), at 6 PM (Brasília time). Just like in 2019, the year of the red-black's second championship, the decision will be held at the Estadio Monumental in Lima, Peru.

What is Flamengo's next game?

Meanwhile, Flamengo starts thinking about their next commitment in the Brasileirão. Thus, this Saturday (22), Filipe Luís's team faces Red Bull Bragantino at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 35th round of the championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Flamengo vs Bragantino game.

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