Zico's advice to Flamengo before “six-pointer” with Palmeiras | OneFootball

Flamengo’s biggest idol in history, Zico previewed Saturday’s clash (23)

The eternal number 10 of Gávea, Zico knows all about big games. On the eve of the meeting between Flamengo and Palmeiras, the top two teams in the Brasileirão, the Rooster of Quintino previewed the matchup and suggested that Mengo should approach it as if it were a final.

— This rivalry is normal, because these are the teams that have competed for the most titles. It’s a healthy rivalry: sometimes one wins, sometimes the other does. They are two teams that have maintained a great deal of consistency. Of course, Flamengo has the chance to take back first place. They have a game in hand, and if they win it, they will be one point behind, and by beating Palmeiras, they go ahead —, Zico began.

— In these Flamengo and Palmeiras matches at the Maracanã, Flamengo have had much better results. Palmeiras built a great squad, just like Flamengo. It’s an even game, both teams have been very consistent. Flamengo know it’s a six-pointer, of course they will go into it as if it were a final. A defeat would increase the gap to Palmeiras. It’s a 50/50 game —, he concluded in an interview with ESPN.

WHY DOES IT FEEL LIKE A FINAL?

Palmeiras lead the Brasileirão with 35 points. Flamengo are second with 31, but with a game in hand. Therefore, as Zico pointed out, if the Rubro-Negro side beat the São Paulo team and Mirassol, they will go top of the competition.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S MATCH BEFORE PALMEIRAS?

Before facing Palmeiras on Saturday (23), Flamengo take on Estudiantes de La Plata (ARG) at the Maracanã on Wednesday (20). Kickoff is at 9:30 pm Brasília time, with full coverage from Coluna do Fla on the website, social media, and YouTube.

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