Flamengo set to rest stars for the derby against Vasco | OneFootball

Vasco faces Flamengo this Sunday (21) at Maracanã for the Brazilian Championship, and may have an unexpected factor in its favor. The rival is expected to field a team resting some starters, since they need to focus on the decisive match against Estudiantes in the Libertadores, in Argentina.

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Filipe Luis, Flamengo’s coach, during the match against Estudiantes at Maracanã Stadium for the 2025 Copa Libertadores.

Fernando Diniz, the current Vasco manager, is known for being one of the coaches who has troubled Flamengo the most in recent years, achieving important victories when he was in charge of São Paulo and Fluminense. This track record could be an extra asset for the Cruz-Maltino.

Behind the scenes, the expectation is that Filipe Luís will make changes to the red-and-black team. Midfielder Arrascaeta may be rested, making room for Carrascal, while the defense is also expected to see changes, with Danilo coming in.

Even with a highly qualified squad, Flamengo could lose strength by prioritizing the Libertadores, opening a window for Vasco to dream of imposing themselves in the classic and, who knows, finally beating their biggest rival again.

Maracanã promises to be packed, with Vasco fans pushing the team in search of three points. Meanwhile, Diniz is keeping the starting lineup a secret, increasing anticipation for the clash.

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Flamengo and Vasco face off at Maracanã  • Leandro Amorim /Vasco

On social media, Vasco fans are showing confidence and believe that the classic could be the perfect moment to break the long winless streak against Flamengo.

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