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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