After historic rout by 8-0, Flamengo drew 1-1 with Grêmio at Maracanã
Once again, Flamengo fans filled Maracanã, this time to follow the 1-1 draw with the Guildthis Sunday (31), for the 22nd round of Brasileirão. Packed by the 8-0 defeat over Vitória, the fans created a climate of great expectation. After the match, Filipe Luís pointed out that support needs to go beyond excitement and that the nation’s presence will be essential in the most difficult times of the competition.
– It is important that Maracanã is always crowded, that the fans understand that we need them. That the fans push us together because this Brazilian championship will not be easy. We already know well what Flamengo is. After a rout, a defeat too, there is a great euphoria -, Said, before continuing:
“But it is important for the fan to know that when he comes to Maracanã, we ask them to push the team.” Not simply waiting for another rout. It is very important to me that these fans understand this and come support. We need the crowd until the end. I’m sure they will make a difference with their return -, Finished Filipe Luís.
Audience record?
The match between Flamengo and Grêmio had 64.4 thousand payers in Maracanã and a total audience of 69.4 thousand people. Thus, Mengo broke his own public record in Brazilian football in 2025. Even controlling possession and pressing for much of the game, the Red-Black opened the score with Arrascaeta’s goal, but eventually gave the tie after a penalty committed by Ayrton Lucas in the second half.
What is Flamengo’s next game in Maracanã?
Flamengo now enters a period of more than two weeks away from Maracanã. The team’s next commitment will take place on September 14, a Sunday, at 16h (Brasília time), against Youth, at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, for the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship. Due to the FIFA date, the calendar was paused, which justifies the absence of games during this period.
Thus, the reunion with the nation in Maracanã is scheduled for September 18, a Wednesday. At the time, Flamengo will face Estudiantes (ARG), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), in the quarterfinals game Liberators. As usual, the fans can follow everything through social networks, through YouTube and also through the website of Coluna do Fla.
