Colorado opened the scoring in the first half, with Bruno Henrique, but Leo Pereira equaled at the beginning of the final stage; Mengão has been unbeaten since October 17
At the debut of the 2025 Brazilian Championship, and tied 1-1 at Maracanã, in a balanced game full of emotions. Inter opened the scoring in the first half, while Mengão reacted in the final stage, getting the draw. The two teams are considered favorite to the national title, especially the carioca group, which has played well under the command of . The red-black has not lost since October 17-17 wins and 8 draws in the period.
The International was effective in the first half. At 33 minutes, after a good play worked since the defense field, the back Bernabei crossed to Bruno Henrique, who scored the goal of the Colorado team. Even with Flamengo’s pressure in the final minutes of the first stage, the red-black team could not swing the nets.
On the way back, Flamengo demonstrated more energy. At 8 minutes, after a corner kick by Michael, the ball was left to Leo Pereira, who pushed to the goal and tied the match. From then on, Mengão dominated offensive actions, but despite several opportunities, could not turn the game. Juninho had the best chance, hitting goalkeeper Anthoni’s post.
With equality on the scoreboard, Flamengo is now preparing to face Deportivo Táchira, next Thursday (3), for the debut at Libertadores. Colorado follows his journey in the continental competition, staring at Bahia, also on the 3rd.
Posted by Felipe Dantas
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