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Flamengo to Face Atlético-MG in the Round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil

Flamengo did their job and defeated Atlético-MG 1-0 on Sunday (27) in a match valid for the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship. After the important victory to regain the lead in the tournament, the red-black squad did not receive a break on Monday (28). Now, on this Tuesday (29), the team intensifies their preparation for the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil.

In summary, Flamengo's squad returns to training at the Ninho do Urubu on the afternoon of this Tuesday (29). At the CT, Filipe Luís intensifies the team's preparation for the match against Atlético-MG, but this time for the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil.

However, before Tuesday's (29) training session, Flamengo will officially present right-back Emerson Royal in a press conference scheduled for 2:30 PM (Brasília time). As is the tradition, Coluna do Fla will be present at the event directly from the Ninho do Urubu.

Will Flamengo Have More News on This Tuesday (29)?

Yes! That's because player Samuel Lino will arrive in Rio de Janeiro on the morning of this Tuesday (29). According to Flamengo itself, the player departed from Madrid, with a stopover in São Paulo, before arriving in Rio de Janeiro, around 9:35 AM (Brasília time).

In addition, after arriving in Rio de Janeiro, Samuel Lino will undergo all the necessary procedures, i.e., he will undergo medical examinations. Later, the athlete will meet with Flamengo's football director, José Boto, at the Ninho do Urubu CT, where he will sign a contract with the Most Beloved team until 2029.

How Was Monday's (28) Training Session?

It is important to note that during Monday's (28) activity, the players who were starters in the match against Atlético-MG only did regenerative work in the gym. The other athletes took to the field normally at the Ninho do Urubu CT.

Who is the Leader of the Brazilian Championship?

With the victory over Atlético-MG, Flamengo not only reassumed but also isolated itself in the lead of the Brazilian Championship. This is because the team commanded by Filipe Luís reached 36 points. Cruzeiro, the vice-leader, lost the 17th round 2-1 to Ceará and remained with 34, falling to second place.

What is Flamengo's Next Match?

Now, Flamengo shifts its focus to the dispute of the Copa do Brasil. This is because, on Thursday (31), the Most Beloved team will face Atlético-MG again, in the round of 16 of the knockout tournament. Thus, the teams will face each other again at the Maracanã, starting at 9:30 PM (Brasília time).

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