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Flamengo wins with a goal from Pedro, who dreams of the 2026 World Cup

It only took Pedro scoring a stunning goal against Cruzeiro on Wednesday (11) for questions about the Brazilian National Team to arise. Thus, the center forward set his sights on the 2026 World Cup after the victory over the club from Minas Gerais in the fifth round of the Brasileirão.

— It’s a dream and an expectation I have. I’ll only get there if I’m doing well at Flamengo, giving my all every day and in every game. I hope I’ll be there — said the number 9 in the mixed zone at Maracanã.

How did Pedro contribute to the win over Cruzeiro?

Fla needed only four minutes to open the scoring. That’s because the opposing defense slipped up and the striker, inside the box, struck with no chance for Cássio. Thus, the top scorer helped the Rubro-Negro secure victory in the Brasileirão.

When does the World Cup take place?

Ancelotti will call up the Brazilian National Team next Monday (16) for two preparatory friendlies. That’s because Brazil debuts in the World Cup against Morocco on June 13, at MetLife Stadium, in the United States.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

With Lucas Paquetá available, the squad led by Leonardo Jardim will face Botafogo on Saturday (14). The match kicks off at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at Nilton Santos Stadium, for the sixth round of the Brasileirão.

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