Flamengo x Fluminense is a highly anticipated clash in the context of the 2024 Brazilian Championship. The match will take place on October 17, 2024, at 7:00 AM (Brasília time), at the iconic Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. This rivalry, known as "Fla-Flu", is always marked by intense emotions and fierce competition, as both teams fight for crucial points in the standings.
Team Situations: Flamengo x Fluminense
Currently, the two Rio teams are in quite distinct positions in the standings. Flamengo keeps the dream of the title alive, despite being 9 points behind the leaders, Botafogo. With 51 points accumulated so far and one game in hand, a victory could close that gap and keep them firmly in the title race.
On the other hand, Fluminense is in a more delicate situation, having recently managed to escape the relegation zone, currently sitting in 16th place with 30 points. However, the team is still threatened by the possibility of relegation, just one point above the drop zone.
Roster Issues: Flamengo x Fluminense
The Fluminense is expected to field its best team, although it faces the absence of some key players. Marcelo and Kenno are suspended due to yellow cards, while Kevin Selva is out due to a muscle injury. Thiago Silva and John Arias are also doubts; the former is recovering from an injury, while the latter played in a friendly for Colombia.
For Flamengo, coach Filipe Luís has already started preparing the team, but some players have not yet returned from national team commitments. Gerson, Pulgar, and Plata will be absent as they prepare for the Brazil Cup semifinal match on Sunday. However, De La Cruz and Arrascaeta should be available, as they only played 45 minutes for their national teams.
Head-to-Head History: Flamengo x Fluminense
The Flamengo has not lost to Fluminense in eight matches in the classic Fla-Flu, having won the first match of the season 1-0.
The Fluminense, on the other hand, is focused on the battle against relegation. In the last round, they managed to escape the relegation zone, but still occupy 16th place, just one point above the drop zone, making this game crucial for them.
Final Preparations
Despite having already defined a preliminary lineup, Filipe Luís will conduct a decisive training session on Wednesday (October 16) to confirm the starting team. The return of players like Arrascaeta and De La Cruz is anticipated, but Pulgar will not participate in the final training, as he is committed to the Chilean national team.
Expected Lineups
Flamengo:
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Rossi; Wesley, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Arão, De La Cruz (Arrascaeta), Alcaraz; Michael, Bruno Henrique, Gabigol.
Fluminense:
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Fábio; Samuel Xavier, Ignácio, Thiago Santos, Diogo Barbosa; Bernard, Martinelli, Ganso; Lima, Marquinhos (Arias), Koval Elias.
Match Information
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Date and Time: October 17, 2024, 8:00 PM (Brasília time)
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Location: Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro
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Referee: Rafael Klaus (FIFA referee)
Where to Watch
The match will be broadcast live on Premiere, and Coluna do Fla will provide complete coverage on YouTube, with commentary by Rafa Penido and analysis by Tulio Rodrigues.
Expectations are high for this match, and fans are eagerly awaiting a duel that always promises intense emotions and great plays. Flamengo x Fluminense, a classic that cannot be missed!
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