The highly awaited match between Flamengo and Fluminense is scheduled for today at 19:30 (Argentina time) at the iconic Maracanã Stadium.
How Flamengo and Fluminense Approach the Game
Both teams are gearing up to bounce back after disappointing performances in their last fixtures, where they both missed opportunities to climb the league rankings.
Recent Results for Flamengo in Serie A
Flamengo is looking to avoid another regretful outcome after suffering a 0-1 defeat against Santos. Their previous four matches displayed a mixed bag of results: three wins and one draw, during which they netted 9 goals while conceding just 1.
Recent Results for Fluminense in Serie A
Meanwhile, Fluminense comes into this match following a 0-2 loss at home to Cruzeiro. In their latest outings, they achieved 2 victories and 2 draws, scoring 4 goals but also allowing 3 into their net.
In their last five encounters, the teams have produced a variety of results. Flamengo, the home side, secured 1 win, while Fluminense has managed 2 victories. They have drawn on 2 occasions. The most recent clash in this competition took place on October 17, where Fluminense emerged victorious with a score of 2-0.
Flamengo currently sits in 2nd place with 27 points (8 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses), while Fluminense is positioned 8th with 20 points (6 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses).
Referee Raphael Claus has been appointed to officiate this critical derby.
Upcoming Matches for Flamengo in Serie A
15th Match: vs Fluminense: July 20 – 19:30 (Argentina time)
16th Match: vs RB Bragantino: July 23 – 21:30 (Argentina time)
17th Match: vs Atlético Mineiro: July 27 – 20:30 (Argentina time)
18th Match: vs Ceará: August 3 – 18:30 (Argentina time)
19th Match: vs Mirassol: Date and time to be confirmed
Upcoming Matches for Fluminense in Serie A
13th Match: vs Mirassol: Postponed
15th Match: vs Flamengo: July 20 – 19:30 (Argentina time)
16th Match: vs Palmeiras: July 23 – 19:00 (Argentina time)
17th Match: vs São Paulo: July 27 – 16:00 (Argentina time)
18th Match: vs Grêmio: August 2 – 21:00 (Argentina time)
Match Times for Flamengo and Fluminense by Country
Argentina: 19:30
Colombia and Peru: 17:30
Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico, and Nicaragua: 16:30
Venezuela and Chile (Santiago): 18:30