Palmeiras hit out at CBF and taunt Flamengo in official statement | OneFootball

Palmeiras criticized the date change of Flamengo’s match against Fluminense

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) changed the date of Flamengo’s match against Fluminense from Saturday (11) to this Sunday (12). As a result, the situation caused discomfort at Palmeiras. The São Paulo club issued an official statement criticizing the Most Beloved and the federation.

WHAT DID PALMEIRAS SAY?

“We express our dissatisfaction with the CBF’s decision to grant Flamengo’s request to reschedule the match against Fluminense from today (11) to tomorrow (12).

It is not for us to judge the merits of the request; however, it is necessary to question why only one club has its request granted, while other teams have had similar requests systematically denied by the federation.

In a calendar that is admittedly challenging, all clubs face logistical difficulties — including Palmeiras — and, for that reason, it is essential that there be impartiality and transparency in decisions that may impact the championship.”

WHAT IS THE CONTEXT OF THE SITUATION?

Flamengo requested the date change from the CBF due to logistical problems. The Rubro-Negro team was delayed returning from Peru to Brazil after the match against Cusco (PER) in the Copa Libertadores last Wednesday (08).

As a result, Flamengo reached an understanding with Fluminense, which agreed to the date change. In addition, the Rio de Janeiro State Football Federation (FERJ) and the Military Police also gave the green light. With that, the CBF confirmed the change.

WHEN IS FLAMENGO VS FLUMINENSE?

Even with Palmeiras’ statement, the CBF kept Flamengo’s match against Fluminense scheduled for this Sunday (12), at 6 pm (Brasília time), for the 11th round of the Brazilian Championship. Therefore, Coluna do Fla brings all the information about the clash.

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