CBF names referee for Flamengo v Bahia clash in the Brasileirão | OneFootball

Rodrigo José Pereira de Lima has already refereed two Flamengo matches in 2025

Flamengo is trying to move past the 0-0 draw with Cruzeiro this Thursday (02), and is beginning preparations to face Bahia. With that in mind, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has decided that Rodrigo José Pereira de Lima will be responsible for refereeing this Sunday's (05) match.

It’s worth noting that the CBF has not yet defined the rest of the refereeing team for the Flamengo vs. Bahia match, which will take place on Sunday (05) at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova. Therefore, the entity is expected to make it official in the coming days.

How many Flamengo matches has Rodrigo Pereira refereed in 2025?

Rodrigo José Pereira de Lima has already refereed two Mengão matches in the 2025 season. The first was the 1-1 draw between Flamengo and Ceará at Arena Castelão in August. Finally, the referee was also present at Rubro-Negro’s 3-1 victory over Internacional at Beira-Rio.

What is Flamengo's current situation?

Flamengo has three confirmed absences for the match against Bahia. Erick Pulgar is still recovering from a fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot, suffered during the Club World Cup. In addition, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro will have to serve automatic suspensions.

How are Flamengo and Bahia doing in the Brasileirão?

Despite the draw with Cruzeiro, Flamengo remains at the top of the Brazilian Championship, with 55 points. In the meantime, Filipe Luís’s team has 16 wins, seven draws, and two losses. On the other hand, Bahia is in sixth place, with 40 points.

What is Mengão’s next match?

The match between Flamengo and Bahia takes place this Sunday (05), for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. The ball will roll at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best coverage on the internet, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, SporTV (cable channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Flamengo vs. Bahia match.

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