Flamengo complete 3-1 comeback over Santos in 2026 Brasileirao at Maracana with Paqueta’s late goal

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The match comes to an end at Maracana as Flamengo secure a 3-1 victory over Santos, completing the comeback after going behind and sealing an important win in the 2026 Brasileirao.

Flamengo launch a dangerous counterattack as Gonzalo Plata creates the play and combines with Paqueta. Plata makes a diagonal run, receives the ball back and takes the shot, but his effort hits the post.

Varela delivers a tremendous save to deny Santos. From a corner, Luan Peres gets a header on target that is going in, but Varela puts his head in the way and clears it off the line.

The referee signals 12 minutes of added time in the second half as Santos look for a late response and Flamengo aim to see out the result.

Flamengo extend their lead with a brilliant team play. Gonzalo Plata creates the move from the right, cuts inside and lays the ball off to Lucas Paqueta, who unleashes a powerful strike to find the back of the net.

Flamengo make a change as De Arrascaeta comes off and Nicolas De la Cruz comes on to the field.

Santos come close with a great attacking move down the flank. Ze Ivaldo delivers a cross into the box that Lautaro Diaz manages to connect with, but his finish is very poor and goes off target.

Santos make a change as Alvaro Barreal comes off and Benjamin Rollheiser comes on to the field.

Flamengo make more changes as Carrascal and Pedro come off, while Gonzalo Plata and Luiz Araujo come on to the field.

The game is back underway at Maracana as Flamengo and Santos return to action following the cooling break.

The referee calls for another cooling break as players from both teams pause to hydrate and receive instructions during the second half.

Santos make multiple changes as Thaciano, Ze Ivaldo and Christian Oliva come off, while Gabriel Barbosa, William Arao and Moises come on.

Flamengo complete the comeback as Jorginho converts the penalty.

Flamengo make changes as Evertton Araujo and Samuel Lino come off, while Lucas Paqueta and Bruno Henrique come on to the field.

Flamengo are awarded a penalty after Barreal commits a foul on De Arrascaeta inside the box. Barreal is shown a yellow card for the challenge.

Flamengo find the equalizer with a great team play. Varela and Carrascal combine well, Carrascal delivers a cross into the box and Pedro rises brilliantly to meet it with a powerful header.

The match becomes more physical following the confrontation between players after the disallowed goal. There are protests and pushes on the field as Flamengo and Santos show increasing intensity in this phase of the game.

The goal from Flamengo is ruled out as Leo Ortiz was in an offside position. The score remains unchanged with Santos still leading.

Flamengo find the equalizer after a chaotic sequence inside the box. De Arrascaeta takes the free kick and Brazao makes the save, but the rebound falls into a crowded area. After a series of deflections, the ball reaches Leo Ortiz, who manages to get just enough contact to send it into the net.

Bontempo is shown a yellow card after committing a foul on Samuel Lino very close to the edge of the box, giving Flamengo a dangerous set piece opportunity.

Santos take the lead with a stunning strike from Lautaro Diaz. The play starts with a recovery that catches Flamengo out of position, and Gustavo Henrique sends a long pass forward. Lautaro Diaz controls it, holds off his marker and unleashes a precise shot from outside the box to put Santos ahead.

The second half has kicked off at Maracana as Flamengo and Santos resume action, both teams looking to break the deadlock after a tightly contested first half.

Flamengo have been superior on the ball with 70% possession compared to just 30% for Santos, but without causing much damage. They have only managed one shot on target, while Santos remain with zero.

The first half comes to an end at Maracana with Flamengo and Santos level on the scoreboard.

The referee signals four minutes of added time at the end of the first half as Flamengo and Santos look to make a final push before the break.

Varela makes a tremendous defensive play to prevent a clear chance for Santos. Bontempo delivers a great pass that looks set to find Lautaro Diaz alone inside the box, but Varela reacts in time and clears the ball away.

Flamengo create a huge opportunity as the play starts with a brilliant pass from Jorginho. Carrascal receives it, attempts a feint and takes the shot, but the effort goes well over the crossbar.

The game is back underway at Maracana as Flamengo and Santos return to action following the cooling break.

The referee signals a cooling break as players from both teams take a brief pause to hydrate and receive instructions from the sidelines during this intense first half.

Santos threaten again as Barreal goes on an individual run and gets a shot off, but the attempt is deflected by Leo Ortiz, resulting in a corner. The set piece is taken but ultimately wasted, with no danger created.

Santos put together a solid attacking move as Barreal finds Thaciano with a pass into the area. Thaciano gets a shot off, but Leo Pereira reacts quickly and intercepts the attempt to deny the chance.

Santos look to respond but still struggle to create real chances. Escobar attempts a shot from outside the box from the flank, but the effort is poor and does not trouble the goal.

Samuel Lino wins the left flank and delivers a cross into the box that finds Varela making a run into the area. He gets a header on it, but the attempt goes well over the crossbar.

The match is being played at a high intensity in the first half, but both teams are showing imprecision in the final third. That goes hand in hand with strong defensive displays on both sides. Flamengo are slightly superior so far, controlling more of the tempo and possession.

Flamengo create the first half chance of the match after a great connection between De Arrascaeta and Varela. Varela delivers a cross into the box and Pedro attempts a header, but the ball is too high and he fails to make clean contact.

The opening minutes are being played with both teams studying each other and trying to understand their strategies. The match is currently focused in midfield, with Flamengo and Santos looking to keep their midfielders comfortable to avoid disrupting connections and attacking transitions. So far, there have been no clear chances on goal.

The teams have kicked off at Maracana. Flamengo and Santos are ready to battle it out in this crucial match of the 2026 Brasileirao.

The teams are now on the field for the ceremonial kickoff, preparing to start the match at Maracana.

Estadio do Maracana, officially known as Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho, is an association football stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Located in the Maracanã neighborhood, it is owned by the Rio de Janeiro state government and managed by the clubs Flamengo and Fluminense. It is also the most iconic and historic stadium in Brazil.

Neymar will not be on the field due to a disciplinary suspension. The Brazilian forward received his third yellow card in the last domestic league match, which automatically results in a one-match ban under the competition rules.

Flamengo confirmed lineup: Rossi; Guillermo Varela, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira, Ayrton Lucas; Evertton Araujo, Jorginho, De Arrascaeta; Carrascal, Samuel Lino, Pedro.

Santos confirmed lineup: Gabriel Brazao; Ze Ivaldo, Luan Peres, Escobar, Christian Oliva; Gustavo Henrique, Gabriel Bontempo, Barreal; Thaciano, Lautaro Diaz, Cuca.

Flamengo vs Santos will get underway at 4:30 PM ET (PT: 1:30 PM)

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Flamengo face Santos FC at Maracana today, in a crucial clash as both teams aim to climb the table. Flamengo look to maintain their strong home form, while Santos arrive hoping to build on their recent victory.

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