No rest for Flamengo: prepping for next Brasileirão after Supercopa | OneFootball

Flamengo's Focus is on Internacional, Next Opponent in the 2026 Brasileirão

Flamengo endured its first runner-up finish of the 2026 season this Sunday (01). This is because the Rubro-Negro lost the Supercopa do Brasil 2-0 to Corinthians. After the defeat, the Fla squad did not receive a break and begins preparations for the next Brasileirão match.

According to the schedule released by Flamengo, the Rubro-Negro squad trains at Ninho do Urubu on the afternoon of this Monday (02). Thus, at the training center, Filipe Luís leads the team's activities starting at 4:30 PM (Brasília time).

What Happened in the Supercopa?

Despite creating some chances throughout the game, Flamengo ended up being ‘crushed’ by Corinthians, who won the match 2-0, with goals from Gabriel Paulista and Yuri Alberto. Additionally, Fla had Jorge Carrascal sent off after the break and played the entire second half with one player less.

And Now?

Now, Flamengo needs to turn its attention back to the Brazilian Championship. This is because, on Wednesday (04), the Most Beloved faces Internacional in a match valid for the second round of the Brasileirão. The match takes place at Maracanã, starting at 7 PM (Brasília time).

Currently, Flamengo is experiencing a delicate moment in the season. Besides having reached its third consecutive defeat in 2026, the Rubro-Negro is fighting to avoid competing in the ‘relegation playoff’ in the Carioca and is seeking its first victory in the Brasileirão.

What is Fla's Situation in the Brasileirão Standings?

After the first round, Flamengo is in 14th place, without any points. However, as the tournament is just beginning, the standings are ‘tight’ with many teams having the same points and goal difference.

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