Evertton Araújo gives Flamengo formula to catch Palmeiras in Brasileirão | OneFootball

Palmeiras and Flamengo occupy the top two spots in the Brasileirão

As has become tradition in recent years, Flamengo and Palmeiras are the main contenders for the 2026 Brasileirão title. After the 2-2 draw with Vasco this Sunday (03), in the 14th round of the competition, Evertton Araújo assessed the battle with the São Paulo side and called for total focus on the Rubro-Negro.

— It’s inevitable to look at Palmeiras’ results. At home, we watch the games. But it’s much more about us, about what we do on the pitch, without looking at the opponent. We need to give our best to overtake them -, said the Flamengo midfielder.

What is Flamengo’s situation in the Brasileirão?

With this Sunday’s (03) ‘slip-up,’ Flamengo missed the chance to close the gap on Palmeiras, who drew with Santos, and remain in second place in the Brasileirão with 27 points. The São Paulo side, however, with 33 points, has played one more match than Mengão.

How did the match between Flamengo and Vasco go?

Seven minutes into the first half, after a scramble in the box, Pedro chipped Robert Renan and, with his left foot, opened the scoring for Flamengo. Then, in the second half, at the 15-minute mark, Jorginho doubled the lead from the penalty spot.

However, after the second goal, Flamengo dropped back and allowed Vasco to control possession. Then, in the 39th minute, Robert Renan pulled one back after a corner kick. In the final play of the match, Hugo Moura equalized for the São Januário side.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Evertton Araújo available, Flamengo begins preparations for its next fixture. This Thursday (07), the Rubro-Negro will face Independiente Medellín (COL) at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Atanasio Girardot Stadium, in the fourth round of the Libertadores.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Independiente Medellín through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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