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Three Matches Kicked Off the 18th Round of the Brasileirão This Saturday (02)

The 18th and penultimate round of the first half of the Brasileirão has begun. This Saturday (02), three matches stirred up the points-based competition. Vasco lost to Flamengo’s opponent for next week, Mirassol. Meanwhile, Bahia stumbled and drew with bottom-placed Sport, missing the chance to catch up with third-placed Palmeiras. At Maracanã, Fluminense won and increased the drama for Grêmio.

WHAT IS THE UPDATED BRASILEIRÃO STANDINGS?

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WHAT WERE TODAY'S BRASILEIRÃO MATCHES?

Sport 0x0 Bahia Mirassol 3×2 Vasco Fluminense 1×0 Grêmio

In the northeastern derby, Sport’s drama continues, as they have yet to win in the competition. However, the Recife team earned their third consecutive draw, holding Bahia to a 0-0 at Ilha do Retiro. With the result, the home team reached six points. The team led by Rogério Ceni now has 29, three behind third-placed Palmeiras.

In Mirassol, it was a lively match. The home team went up 2-0 with goals from Negueba and Chico da Costa. However, Vasco responded with goals from Puma Rodríguez and Vegetti. Still, it’s truly a tough life for Vasco fans. At the 38th minute of the second half, Alesson secured the 3-2 win for the team from São Paulo’s interior.

WHAT WAS THE SCORE OF THE LAST MATCH OF THE DAY?

In the match that started at 9 p.m. (Brasília time), it was a clash of tricolors. The Carioca side, Fluminense, came out on top, beating Grêmio 1-0 with a goal from Everaldo at Maracanã. The number 9 even missed a penalty in the second half, but it didn’t stop the victory. On the other hand, the team from Rio Grande do Sul remains in a delicate situation, five points above the relegation zone, with the gap possibly narrowing as the round continues.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

This Sunday (03), the leader of the Brasileirão will try to extend their lead. At Arena Castelão, Flamengo faces Ceará, starting at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time). If Mengão is on the field, there’s coverage from Coluna do Fla, on the website, social media, and YouTube.

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