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Souza commented on Flamengo's chances in the Intercontinental Cup

Flamengo debuts in the Intercontinental Cup next Wednesday (10), when they face Cruz Azul (MEX) in the quarterfinals of the competition. Thus, after being the champion of the Copa Libertadores and the Brasileirão, former midfielder Souza placed the Most Beloved as the favorite for the title.

“They will arrive to fight. Flamengo has European-level players and will fight,” Souza began, during a Band program. After being asked if Mengo has the conditions to be world champion, the former athlete concluded: “They do, who doesn't is Palmeiras, who won't go.”

IS PALMEIRAS NOT GOING TO THE WORLD CUP?

Last Saturday (29), Flamengo became the champion of the Copa Libertadores by defeating Palmeiras 1-0 at the Monumental Stadium in Lima, Peru. Defender Danilo was the author of the title goal and the red-black spot in the Intercontinental Cup.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S SITUATION IN THE INTERCONTINENTAL CUP?

Before thinking about PSG, Flamengo has its debut against Cruz Azul in the quarterfinals, in the match called the 'Derby of the Americas' by FIFA. Thus, the red-black team faces the Mexicans on Wednesday (10), at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, in Qatar, at 2 PM (Brasília time).

If they defeat Cruz Azul, Flamengo already knows who they will face in the semifinal: it will be Pyramids, from Egypt. The match before the final takes place next Saturday (13), at the same stadium and time. Finally, the final is scheduled for the 17th, a Wednesday.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Before thinking about the Intercontinental Cup, Flamengo has the last commitment in the Brazilian Championship. This is because, with the base team and some young players, the red-black team faces Mirassol this Saturday (06), at 6:30 PM (Brasília time), away from home.

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