Grêmio set to have 5 reinforcements for Flamengo clash in the Brasileirão | OneFootball

Flamengo and Grêmio Face Off at Maracanã

The Flamengo began preparations to face Grêmio, this Sunday (31), for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship. The team from Rio Grande do Sul, in fact, visits Maracanã in search of recovery in the national tournament and to distance themselves from the relegation zone. In this sense, Mano Menezes' team should have five reinforcements to face Mengão.

This is because, midfielder Didi and forward Carlos Vinícius are available after serving suspension in the last round. In addition, full-back João Pedro returns to the team after recovering from an ankle fracture. Finally, coach Mano Menezes can count again on Luis Eduardo and Gabriel Mec, who were called up by the Brazilian U-17 National Team.

How is Flamengo doing?

The red-black fans received bad news this Tuesday (26). This is because, full-back Alex Sandro had a muscle injury detected in his left calf. Thus, the player joins Erick Pulgar, who is recovering from a fracture in his right foot, as absences for the game against Grêmio.

How are Flamengo and Grêmio doing in the Brasileirão?

The Flamengo, at this moment, continues to lead the Brasileirão, with 46 points earned. In the meantime, Filipe Luís's team has 14 wins, four draws, and only two losses. On the other hand, Grêmio is in 14th place in the championship, with 24 points.

When do Flamengo and Grêmio face off?

The match between Flamengo and Grêmio takes place at 4 pm (Brasília time) this Sunday (31), for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship. The match, which takes place at Maracanã, will be covered by Coluna do Fla, through the YouTube, the website and the social networks. However, Globo (open channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the game.

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