Flamengo faces Atlético-MG in the Brasileirão
The duel will take place at Maracanã and the ball will roll from 16 pm
By Flamengo Communication - in
To remain firmly in the fight for the 2018 Brazilian Championship title, Flamengo has another important challenge in the national competition this Sunday (23). Playing at the Maracanã, Mais Querido counts on the support of the Nation to beat Atlético-MG and reach the 14th victory in Série A. The ball will roll from 16 pm.
Coach Mauricio Barbieri had the week off to work and correct some mistakes at Ninho do Urubu. The time was also important to rest the players who had been playing a tough series of matches this season.
Hey, Cuéllar
Last Friday (21), midfielder Cuéllar gave a press conference at Ninho do Urubu and the time the players had to prepare for the game against Atlético-MG was the topic of conversation with journalists.
"Professional athletes need rest to be able to train hard during the week. For me, this time was important to work and try to put into practice the idea that the coach wants in the games. We always try to rest as much as possible. The Brazilian Championship is tough, and resting to train well is very important. We managed to do that throughout this week," he said.
Check out the full press conference with the Colombian midfielder.
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Coach Mauricio Barbieri has selected the following players for the derby against Atlético-MG.
Flamengo vs Atletico MG
Flamengo and Atlético have faced each other 27 times in Rio de Janeiro in the Brazilian Championship. Playing at home, Flamengo has achieved 15 victories and six draws, compared to six wins for Atlético. In terms of goals scored, Flamengo holds another advantage: 38 to 29.
Counting all competitions and friendlies, Flamengo and Atlético-MG have faced each other 111 times, with 44 wins for Flamengo, 32 draws, and 35 wins for Atlético-MG. The all-time top scorer in this rivalry is Zico, with ten goals.
The last time these two teams met was in the first round. Playing at Independência stadium, Flamengo, with a goal from Everton Ribeiro, beat their rival 1-0.
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Tickets
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Transmission
The game will be broadcast on Rede Globo and also on Canal Premiere FC.
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