Neymar’s Frustration Fuels Drama as Flamengo Dominates Santos and Challenges League Leader

In an intense match on November 9, 2025, Flamengo secured a 3-2 victory over Santos at the Maracanã stadium during the 33rd round of the Brasileirão. This win propelled Flamengo to 68 points in the league standings, placing them in second position, just behind the leaders Palmeiras. Meanwhile, Santos remains in a precarious spot with 33 points, perched just above the relegation zone.

Neymar’s Frustration

Neymar, returning to the starting lineup after a lengthy injury recovery, showcased his potential by creating significant opportunities for Santos. He nearly scored with a header and a free kick in the first half. However, despite his efforts, he expressed frustration during halftime, criticizing the referee’s performance and urging his team to play through him more effectively.

Match Highlights

• First Half: Flamengo opened the scoring at the 36-minute mark when Léo Pereira capitalized on a defensive mishap from Santos, netting the first goal from a corner.
• Second Half: Shortly after the break, Carrascal doubled Flamengo’s lead with a precise strike, assisted by Arrascaeta.
• Arrascaeta later had a chance to increase the scoreline but missed a penalty kick.
• Bruno Henrique added a third goal for Flamengo, taking advantage of a defensive error.
• In the final minutes, Santos made a late charge, scoring twice through Gabriel Bontempo and Lautaro Díaz, although it was too late to secure a comeback.

Upcoming Matches

As the teams look forward, Flamengo will face Sport in a rescheduled match on November 15, while Santos will have a challenging game against Palmeiras on the same day.

League Standings

With excitement building in the league, both Flamengo and Santos will be looking to improve their performances in the upcoming matches as the season approaches its climax.