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Will Pedro Start in the Flamengo vs Grêmio Match?

Leader of the Brasileirão, Flamengo takes the field once again for the competition. Facing Grêmio in the 22nd round, the Rubro-Negro will count on a packed Maracanã as they seek victory, with the match kicking off at 4pm (Brasília time) this Sunday (31st). In addition, the team also has another positive point to boost confidence: the good form of Pedro, the striker who is now set for his fourth consecutive start in the national championship.

Returning to a leading role at Flamengo, Pedro was also the focal point for Filipe Luís’s team in the matches against Mirassol, Internacional, and Vitória. It’s worth noting that, before this, the number 9 only missed a match because he was suspended, in the game against Ceará.

It’s important to highlight that Pedro has made a huge difference in recent matches. Proof of this is that, in the last two Brasileirão games, the striker scored four times. The number 9, in fact, is already in the fight for the championship’s top scorer, ranking fourth on the list with 10 goals. Above him are Arrascaeta and Vegetti (Vasco), with 11 each, and Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro), with 15.

What Has Been Pedro’s Performance in His Recent Brasileirão Matches?

What Was the Controversy Between Pedro and Filipe Luís?

Just over two months ago, on July 12, Filipe Luís spoke out strongly against the striker’s attitude. According to the coach, Pedro was not respecting the club’s daily training routine and was not approaching activities with the necessary focus. As a result, the number 9 was left out of Flamengo’s matches.

The comeback happened in style: on July 20, the striker returned to the team in the derby against Fluminense. Coming off the bench in the final stretch, Pedro scored the winning goal for Flamengo, with a score of 1-0. Thus, he made peace with the fans and the squad. After that, the number 9 regained his place with Filipe Luís.

What Is Flamengo’s Starting Lineup for Today’s Match?

The starting lineup for Flamengo to face Grêmio features Rossi, Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas; De La Cruz, Saúl and Arrascaeta; Samuel Lino, Plata and Pedro.

It’s worth noting that, for this match, coach Filipe Luís is missing two players who are usually starters: Jorginho and Alex Sandro, both out with physical issues. In addition, there is also the absence of Chilean Erick Pulgar, who is in the final stages of recovery from a fracture in his right foot.

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