Léo Pereira on special Flamengo milestone: “I’ve no words to…” | OneFootball

What milestone did Léo Pereira reach wearing the Flamengo shirt?

Flamengo thrashed Atlético-MG 4-0 this Sunday (26) in a match valid for the 13th round of the Brasileirão. Besides the Rubro-Negro victory, Léo Pereira had another reason to celebrate: the milestone of 300 matches for Fla. The center back therefore looked back on his journey at the club and declared his love for Mengão.

What is Léo Pereira’s current situation?

An undisputed starter for Flamengo, Léo Pereira has played 18 matches in 2026, scoring one goal. In addition, the defender’s strong performances earned him the first Brazil national team call-up of his career during the March FIFA international window.

It is no surprise, then, that Flamengo is planning to open talks to renew the defender’s contract. Although the center back is under contract until December 2027, Rubro-Negro knows how important the player is and wants to protect itself from possible European interest.

Will Léo Pereira be called up for the World Cup?

Because of his strong performances for Flamengo, Léo Pereira is hopeful of playing in the World Cup wearing the Brazil national team shirt. The defender, in fact, made a good impression on Carlo Ancelotti during the last FIFA international window, starting in the friendlies against France and Croatia.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Léo Pereira available, Flamengo now turns its focus back to the Libertadores. This Wednesday (29), Rubro-Negro faces Estudiantes (ARG) at 9:30 p.m. Brasília time at Jorge Luis Hirschi Stadium, in the third round of the continental tournament.

So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of Flamengo’s match through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV), GE TV (YouTube), and Paramount+ (streaming) will broadcast the Libertadores match.

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