MATCH PREVIEW
Last round Atletico Paranaense kept their terribly poor form as visitors -- they are the fourth worst visitors in the league -- with a goalless away draw against Corinthians that kept them in need of a win this weekend to qualify to the Copa Libertadores.
That’s something Flamengo already achieved for next season and they are now fighting to end the year placed second, with Santos -- whom they beat 2-0 at home last round -- being the team that can end the season placed ahead of them.
The main problem for Flamengo here is not missing midfielder Diego, but how much they struggle against teams from the south of Brazil, especially against Atletico, and this historical record should go on this weekend, as Atletico are one win away for having their names in the history as the best hosts ever in the Brasileiro and that should happen with a low score one this time.
Head To Head
Atletico PR have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Flamengo won 1-0 when the sides met earlier in the season.
Atletico Paranaense vs Flamengo Stats
There have been under 2.5 goals in 78% of Atletico PR home games and 56% of Flamengo away games this season.
Atletico Paranaense Team News
Atletico PR could name their first-choice eleven here. Only long-term absentees Luciano Cabral, Cléberson and Juninho are missing.
Flamengo Team News
Playmaker Diego is suspended meaning Alan Patrick should fill that void. Rafael Vaz has been ruled out due to a shoulder injury.
