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Flamengo needs a comeback to advance in the Copa do Brasil

Flamengo is about to take the field this Wednesday (06) to face Atlético-MG, in the return match of the Copa do Brasil round of 16. After the defeat in the first leg, Filipe Luís' team needs a comeback to advance to the next phase. Five-time world champion with the Brazilian national team, Rivaldo states that there is no favorite.

— Talking about Flamengo and Atlético-MG, it's the kind of game that both teams need to give their all, regardless of playing at home or away. And we saw that dedication from Atlético-MG, who took that great result playing in Rio de Janeiro. It was a very good match for the Minas Gerais team -, he said, before concluding:

— Now, Flamengo will need to play a lot of ball to reverse this. And they will face an opponent with a lot of tradition in the Copa do Brasil and in knockout matches, which is Atlético-MG. They know what they need to do to qualify and will go after it. I don't see much favoritism for anyone. Just like Flamengo lost at home, this can happen to Atlético-MG -, concluded Rivaldo, during the 'Betfair' event.

WHAT ARE THE SCENARIOS FOR FLAMENGO TO ADVANCE?

Due to the 1-0 defeat in the first leg, Flamengo needs to beat Atlético-MG to stay 'alive' in the Copa do Brasil. In case of a two or more goal difference win, Filipe Luís' team advances directly to the quarterfinals of the tournament. In addition, if Mengão achieves a simple victory, the spot will be defined in penalties.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S NEXT GAME?

Thus, Flamengo faces Atlético-MG this Wednesday (06). The classic takes place at 7 pm (Brasília time), at Arena MRV, in the return match of the Copa do Brasil round of 16. Therefore, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring the best coverage on the internet, through YouTube, the website, and social media.

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