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Palmeiras and Flamengo occupy the top two positions in the Brasileirão, respectively

Flamengo was defeated 1-0 by Fortaleza this Saturday (25), in a match valid for the 30th round of the Brazilian Championship. Now, Mengão is ‘keeping an eye’ on Palmeiras, who face Cruzeiro this Sunday (26).

The ball rolls for Palmeiras and Cruzeiro at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) this Sunday (26), at Allianz Parque, for the 30th round of the Brasileirão. For fans who want to watch, the classic will be broadcast on Premiere, via pay-per-view. The teams have already set their lineups for the match.

What are the lineups for Palmeiras and Bragantino?

How is Palmeiras doing?

Palmeiras has three confirmed absences to face Cruzeiro. Out for the 2025 season, Lucas Evangelista continues treatment for a thigh injury, while Paulinho is recovering from leg surgery. Lastly, Piquerez is suspended after receiving a red card against Flamengo.

What is the situation in the Brazilian Championship?

At the moment, Flamengo remains in second place in the Brazilian Championship, with 61 points. Meanwhile, Filipe Luís's team has 18 wins, seven draws, and four losses. Palmeiras remains in the lead, with the same points as Mengão, but with an advantage in the tiebreaker criteria.

And Flamengo?

Flamengo visited Fortaleza this Saturday (25), at Arena Castelão, for the 30th round of the Brazilian Championship. Thus, Filipe Luís's team had a ‘blackout’ in the first half and conceded a goal from Breno Lopes, securing the victory for the Ceará team.

Now, Filipe Luís begins preparations for the match against Racing (ARG) on Wednesday (29), for the return leg of the Libertadores semifinal. As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best online coverage through YouTube, the website, and social media.

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