It was a kind of “preview” of what is to come in the round of 16 of the Brazil Cup.
In a tense game, with a controversial move and many cards, the Rubro-Negro won 1 x 0 thanks to Léo Ortiz.
And they returned to lead the Brasileirão-2025.
The first acute move was in favor of Galo, with Rony almost celebrating.
Atlético was successful for much of the initial stage, with individual markings and long balls, managing to contain the Rubro-Negro’s momentum.
As the minutes passed, Flamengo was gaining more space.
The controversy came after a foul by Fausto Vera on Plata. It was a penalty and turned into a foul outside the area, but without a red card.
Flamengo went for the pressure before the break – and again complained about Ramon Abatti Abel.
Galo, on the other hand, had a great chance on the counter-attack, but Hulk preferred to pass.
The “start” of the second half was a truncated game with little inspiration from both sides.
Flamengo had more possession and volume. But continued to find difficulty against good marking.
Then Luiz Araújo took a “hand” free kick and Léo Ortiz scored his fourth goal in the air this season (30′).
The sequence was of unsuccessful attempts from both sides.
📊 Table and schedule 📅
With one less game, Flamengo went to 36 points. Leaving Cruzeiro (34) behind.
Atlético – defeated for the third round in a row – remains with 20. It’s the 13th with 15 matches played.
Both will face each other again on Thursday (31) and once again at Maracanã.
It will be the first leg of the round of 16 of the Brazil Cup.
The return will be the following Wednesday (6) and at Arena MRV.
The next commitment of the duo for BR-25 will be on Sunday (3).
Rubro-Negro will visit Ceará at Castelão.
While CAM will host Red Bull Bragantino.
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