Flamengo face Atlético-MG at Maracanã in Brazilian Championship clash

Flamengo return to action on Monday (26) to face Atlético-MG at 8pm at the Maracanã in Round 32 of the Brazilian Championship. Leonardo Jardim's side are hunting another victory in front of their home faithful as they push to reclaim top spot in the competition.

The Rubro-Negro come into the fixture riding a 12-match unbeaten streak this season. In their most recent Brasileirão outing, they swept past Bahia 3-0 away from home. Now, back at their fortress, Mengão aim to extend their undefeated run and bank three more points as the campaign enters its final stretch.

Head-to-head record

Flamengo and Atlético-MG have squared off 134 times throughout history, with the Rubro-Negro holding the edge: 56 victories for the Mais Querido, 35 draws and 43 wins for the Minas side. Flamengo also boast a superior goal difference, with 194 goals scored against 180 from their opponents.

In their most recent meeting, held in the first leg of the 2026 Brazilian Championship, the Rubro-Negro thrashed Atlético-MG 4-0 at Arena MRV in Belo Horizonte. Pedro netted twice, with Plata and Arrascaeta completing the rout.

At the Maracanã, Flamengo's record is similarly commanding across all competitions and friendlies. In 41 matches played at the stadium, the Rubro-Negro have recorded 26 victories, seven draws and eight defeats to the Atleticanos.

Match officials

Referee: Rodrigo José Pereira de Lima (PE)

Assistant 1: Maira Mastella Moreira (RS) and Michael Stanislau (RS)

VAR: Rodrigo D'Alonso Ferreira (SC).