Flamengo beats Corinthians 4-0 in dominant Maracanã win
Flamengo routed Corinthians 4-0 at the Maracanã, boosting its Serie A standing while Corinthians slip to ninth and face defensive concerns ahead of a cup match.
Key points
- Flamengo won 4-0 over Corinthians at the Maracanã Stadium.
- Goals came from Pedro (two), Everton Cebolinha and Arrascaeta.
- The victory gave Flamengo 11 points from five games, solidifying a top‑table spot.
- Corinthians remain ninth with seven points and must improve defensively before their Copa do Brasil game.
- Corinthians' new coach Dorival Junior watched the loss from the stands.
Flamengo delivered a masterclass performance against Corinthians in a lopsided 4-0 win during Sunday’s Brasileirão clash at Maracanã Stadium. Over 60,000 fans witnessed the Rio de Janeiro side’s relentless attack, spearheaded by goals from Pedro (2), Everton Cebolinha, and Arrascaeta
Match Breakdown
Flamengo struck early when Cebolinha capitalized on Arrascaeta’s precise assist, slotting past Corinthians’ defense. Arrascaeta doubled the lead minutes later, while Pedro exploited a goalkeeping error to make it 3-0 before halftime The second half saw Pedro convert a penalty, sealing Corinthians’ fate under new coach Dorival Junior, who watched helplessly from the stands
What This Means
The victory solidifies Flamengo’s position as a top Serie A contender, boasting 11 points from five matches. Corinthians, now ninth with seven points, face mounting pressure to address defensive vulnerabilities ahead of their Copa do Brasil fixture against Novorizontino
Key Stats
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Shots: Flamengo 17-8 Corinthians
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On Target: Flamengo 7-2 Corinthians
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Recent Form: Flamengo (3W, 2D in last 5) vs. Corinthians (2W, 2L in last 5)
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Your questions, answered
Who scored for Flamengo in the 4-0 win over Corinthians?
Pedro scored twice, with Everton Cebolinha and Arrascaeta each adding a goal.
What impact did the win have on Flamengo's league position?
The win raised Flamengo to 11 points from five matches, keeping them among the Serie A contenders.
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