Flamengo could go second in the Brasileirão today, even with a game in hand | OneFootball

If Flamengo beats Corinthians, they will reach 16 points in 7 games

After stumbling in the first rounds, Flamengo has returned to the path of victories in the Brasileirão. Now, to stay in the fight for the top spot, Fla needs to beat Corinthians this Sunday (22). Amidst this, the Rubro-Negro has a chance to take the second place.

Currently, Flamengo has 13 points in the competition and is in 5th place. However, São Paulo, the current second place, has already played this round and has 16 points. Fluminense, with the same number of points, is in third and also played on Saturday (21). Therefore, if Fla wins, they reach the same score but surpass both due to a better goal difference.

Is it enough to beat Corinthians to take second place?

No. To reach second place this round, Flamengo needs to beat Corinthians and hope for a slip-up from Bahia. This is because the Bahia team has 14 points and also plays this Sunday (22) against Remo. Thus, if they win, they will reach 17 and cannot be surpassed by Fla at this moment.

How many games has Flamengo played in the Brasileirão?

Before facing Corinthians, Fla has played only six games in the Brasileirão. Bahia has the same number of games. Meanwhile, Palmeiras, the leader with 19 points, has already played 8 matches. Fluminense and São Paulo, who are also above Fla, have played eight times.

What time is the Flamengo vs Corinthians game?

Corinthians vs Flamengo will kick off at 8:30 PM (Brazil time) this Sunday (22). The match will take place at the Neo Quimica Arena, where Fla won 2-1 in the Brasileirão 2025, a crucial result for the championship title. Now, the Most Beloved hopes to repeat the feat to strengthen their fight for the leadership.

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