Flamengo showcased their commanding presence on the pitch by overcoming Santos 3-1 this Sunday, in the 10th round of the Brasileirao. The hosts scored through Jorginho (70’ penalty), Lucas Paquetá (88’), and an own goal by Zé Ivaldo (63’). Lautaro Díaz managed to find the net for Santos early in the second half (47’).
José Nunes Alves Sousa Jardim’s side created significant risk as Gonzalo Plata struck the post with a shot in the dying moments of the game.
The standout performer of the match was Jorginho, who not only scored but also made two attempts on goal.
Lucas Paquetá proved to be another vital player for Flamengo, adding one goal to his name.
The Flamengo manager set up a 4-5-1 formation with Agustín Rossi in goal; Guillermo Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas in defense; Evertton, Jorginho, Jorge Carrascal, Giorgian De Arrascaeta, and Samuel Lino in midfield; and Pedro leading the attack.
On the other side, Alexi Stival’s squad also employed a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Gabriel Brazão in goal; Zé Ivaldo, Lucas Veríssimo, Luan Peres, and Gonzalo Escobar in defense; Christian Oliva, Gustavo Henrique, Álvaro Barreal, Thaciano, and Gabriel Bontempo in midfield; with Lautaro Díaz up front.
Referee Anderson Daronco officiated the match, held at the iconic Maracanã Stadium.
Flamengo’s next encounter in the league will be an away match against Fluminense, while Santos prepares to host Atlético Mineiro. For Flamengo, this fixture holds special significance as they will face their eternal rival in the highly anticipated Fla-Flu classic.
This win elevates Flamengo to 17 points, placing them fourth in the standings, whereas Santos remains at 10 points, sitting in fifteenth place in the league.
Substitutions for Flamengo
64’ – Evertton off for Lucas Paquetá; Samuel Lino off for Bruno Henrique.
80’ – Jorge Carrascal off for Gonzalo Plata; Pedro off for Luiz Araújo; Álvaro Barreal off for Benjamín Rollheiser.
85’ – Giorgian De Arrascaeta off for Nicolás De La Cruz.
Substitutions for Santos
71’ – Thaciano off for Moisés; Christian Oliva off for Willian Arão; Zé Ivaldo off for Gabriel Barbosa.
95’ – Gabriel Bontempo off for Zé Rafael.
Bookings for Santos:
7’ – Gabriel Bontempo (Unsporting Behavior); 21’ – Álvaro Barreal (Unsporting Behavior).