In the 21st round of the Brasileirão, Flamengo ended up being defeated by São Paulo by 1-0, on Saturday night (3), at Morumbis. Now, Rubro-Negro turns the key and focuses on the second leg of the round of 7 of the Copa do Brasil against Palmeiras, next Wednesday (XNUMX), at Allianz Parque. It is worth noting that Mais Querido played with an alternative team and was unable to perform well away from home.

The game
The match began with both teams scrutinizing each other. São Paulo attempted to apply initial pressure, but Flamengo quickly balanced the play and sought to exchange passes to attack. The home side were more aggressive on the left flank, particularly through Ferreira, who had the advantage in the one-on-one with Wesley.

On the other hand, Flamengo struggled to create chances when it did attack. Despite failing to create chances up front, Flamengo was well-rounded defensively and managed to contain São Paulo's attacks. The teams went into halftime with the score unchanged.

Early in the second half, Flamengo exchanged passes in attack. Léo Pereira passed to Gerson in the box, who set up Wesley for a first-time shot. The ball went just wide of goalkeeper Rafael's right post. Coach Tite brought on Gerson in place of Bruno Henrique.

In the 16th minute, São Paulo took the lead with Calleri, who headed the ball into the top corner after a corner kick in the box, sending it into the top corner, unstoppable for Rossi: 1-0. Needing to tie the game, coach Tite made more substitutions to try to improve creativity in the attacking sector.

Flamengo pushed forward more, leaving the game open to São Paulo's counterattacks. Despite their efforts, Flamengo was unable to equalize and left the field defeated.

Week's agenda
Rubro-Negro returns to the field next Wednesday (7) to face Palmeiras, at 20 pm, at Allianz Parque, for the second leg of the round of XNUMX of the Copa do Brasil.

Flamengo
Rossi; Wesley, David Luiz, Léo Pereira and Viña (Victor Hugo); Allan (Ayrton Lucas), Léo Ortiz and Matheus Gonçalves (Lorran); Gabi, Bruno Henrique (Gerson) and Carlinhos (Arrascaeta).
Coach: Tite.

São Paulo
Rafael; Rafinha, Arboleda, Alan Franco and Welington; Bobadilla (Liziero), Luiz Gustavo and Lucas Moura; Wellington Rato, Ferreira and Calleri.
Coach: Luis Zubeldía.

Technical sheet
Sao Paulo 1x0 Flamengo – 21st Round of the Brazilian Championship
Location: Morumbis-SP
Date and time: 03/08/2024 at 21:30 am
Refereeing: Rafael Klein (RS), Jorge Bernadi (RS) and Lucio Flor (RS)
Yellow cards: Wellington Rato (SÃO), Matheus Gonçalves (FLA), David Luiz (FLA) and Bruno Henrique (FLA)
Goal: Calleri (16'2st half).