Palmeiras Stumbles as Flamengo Defeats Red Bull Bragantino to Extend Lead at the Top
Palmeiras faced a setback in the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro title race on Saturday, November 22. Their match against Fluminense ended in a disappointing draw, putting their championship aspirations in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Flamengo achieved a significant victory over Red Bull Bragantino, extending their lead at the top of the standings.
Match Highlights
In front of a packed Allianz Parque, Palmeiras struggled to find the back of the net. The team, managed by Abel Ferreira, finished the match against Fluminense with a score of 0-0. As a result, they remain at 70 points in the league standings.
Flamengo’s Triumph
At the Maracanã Stadium, Flamengo secured a 3-0 win against Red Bull Bragantino. This decisive victory not only marked a comeback after their previous loss to Fluminense but also propelled them to 74 points. This performance allowed Flamengo to increase their lead over Palmeiras, solidifying their position in the competition.
Current Standings
| Team | Points |
|---|---|
| Flamengo | 74 |
| Palmeiras | 70 |
| Fluminense | 55 |
| Red Bull Bragantino | 45 |
Upcoming Matches
The 35th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro continues on Sunday, November 23, featuring several key matchups:
- Bahia vs. Vasco at 16:00
- São Paulo vs. Juventude at 16:00
- Sport vs. Vitória at 18:30
- Cruzeiro vs. Corinthians at 20:30
On Monday, November 24, Mirassol will host Ceará at 19:00, followed by Internacional facing Santos at 21:00. The round will officially conclude on Sunday, November 30, with Fortaleza taking on Atlético-MG.
