Flamengo has the chance to defeat Sport and take the lead. PVC’s information and predictions

Undoubtedly, before this Saturday’s matches, Flamengo is the favorite against Sport, while Palmeiras faces more risks at Vila Belmiro. However, it does not mean that Sport cannot win, or that Palmeiras cannot come out victorious in the derby, adding drama to the FIFA Date round. Saturday was supposed to be all about Brazil vs. Senegal. However, the focus will be on SPORT vs. FLAMENGO at the Arena Pernambuco at 6:30 pm. Analysis – This match could be the one to mathematically relegate Sport and against Flamengo, causing discomfort among part of the Leão’s supporters due to the 1987 Brazilian Championship debate. Flamengo is heavily favored despite missing players due to national team duties and injuries. SPORT – Issues – Zé Lucas (U-17 national team), João Silva (injured), Pedro Augusto (injured), Hereda (injured) – Probable lineup (4-2-3-1) – Gabriel, Matheus Alexandre, Thyere, Ramon Menezes, and Luan Cândido; Lucas Kal and Rivera; Matheusinho, Lucas Lima, and Léo Pereira; Pablo. Coach: César Lucena.Last five matches – d-d-d-d-d. FLAMENGO – Issues – De Arrascaeta (Uruguayan national team), Varela (Uruguayan national team), Viña (Uruguayan national team), Danilo (Brazilian national team), Alex Sandro (Brazilian national team), Carrascal (Colombian national team), Plata (Ecuadorian national team), Pedro (injured), Jorginho (injured), Léo Ortiz (injured) – Probable lineup (4-2-3-1) – Rossi, Émerson Royal, Cleiton, Léo Pereira, and Ayrton Lucas; Pulgar and Saúl; Luiz Araújo, Wallace Yan, and Samuel Lino; Juninho. Coach: Filipe Luís. Last five matches – w-d-w-d-l. Curiosity – At Ilha do Retiro, in the Brazilian League, Sport has eight wins, three draws, and five wins for Flamengo. This match will be held at the Arena Pernambuco. History – Sport and Flamengo played three times at the Arena Pernambuco in 2014, 2015, and 2021, resulting in two draws and one Flamengo victory. No triumph for Sport. Prediction – Flamengo. Refereeing – Rafael Rodrigo Klein (RS); Maíra Mastella (RS), Michael Stanislau (RS). VAR Referee – Rodrigo D’Alonso Ferreira (SC). SANTOS vs. PALMEIRAS on Saturday at Vila Belmiro, 9 pm. Analysis – Santos needs a win as much as Palmeiras. Abel’s record in the derby is outstanding, but the match is tough, and both teams might drop points. SANTOS – Issues – Igor Vinicius (injured), Gil (injured) – Probable lineup (4-1-4-1) – Gabriel Brazão, Mayke, Zé Ivaldo, Luan Peres, and Souza; William Arão; Victor Hugo, Zé Rafael, João Schmidt, and; Robinho Júnior; Neymar. Coach: Juan Pablo Vojvoda. Last five matches – d-d-d-d-d. PALMEIRAS – Issues – Flaco López (Argentinian national team, doubtful), Vítor Roque (Brazilian national team), Piquerez (Uruguayan national team), Emi Martínez (Uruguayan national team), Facundo Torres (Uruguayan national team), Gustavo Gómez (Paraguayan national team), Ramón Sosa (Paraguayan national team), Wéverton (injured), Lucas Evangelista (injured), Paulinho (injured) – Probable lineup (4-2-3-1) – Carlos Miguel, Khellven, Murilo, Micael, and Jefté; Bruno Fuchs and Aníbal Moreno; Maurício, Raphael Veiga, and Felipe Ânderson; Bruno Rodrigues. Coach: Abel Ferreira. Last five matches – d-w-w-w-d. Curiosity – In 17 derbies managed by Abel Ferreira since 2020, Palmeiras won 13, drew two, and lost two against Santos. History – With Abel Ferreira at Vila Belmiro, Santos won once, drew twice, and Palmeiras triumphed thrice. Prediction – Palmeiras. Refereeing – Raphael Claus (SP); Danilo Ricardo Simon Manis (SP), Alex Ang Ribeiro (SP). VAR Referee – Rodrigo Guarizo do Amaral (SP). BRAGANTINO vs. ATLÉTICO on Sunday at Cícero de Souza Marques, 7 pm. Analysis – Atlético still has a chance to qualify for the Libertadores through the Brazilian League but aims for the Copa Sudamericana title. This will be their last match before the final against Lanús. There might be a chance to rest key players and for Bragantino to win despite absences. BRAGANTINO – Issues – Pedro Henrique (third yellow card), Vanderlan (third yellow card), Eric Ramires (injured), Guzmán Rodriguez (injured), Laquintana (Uruguayan national team), Vinicinho (injured), Henry Mosquera (injured) – Probable lineup (4-2-3-1) – Cleiton, Agustín Sant’Anna, Alix Vinicius, Gustavo Marques, and Vanderlan; Gabriel and Fabinho; Lucas Barbosa, Jhon Jhon, and Juninho Capixaba; Sasha. Coach: Vágner Mancini. Last five matches – w-w-d-d-d. ATLÉTICO – Issues – Junior Alonso (Paraguayan national team), Alan Franco (Ecuadorian national team), Lyanco (injured), Júnior Santos (injured), Cuello (injured), Iván Román (Chilean national team) – Probable lineup (4-1-4-1) – Éverson, Natanael, Ruan Tressoldi, Vítor Hugo, and Arana; Fausto Vera; Rony, Igor Gomes, Scarpa, and Dudu; Hulk. Coach: Jorge Sampaoli. Last five matches – d-w-w-d-w. Curiosity – In Bragança Paulista, Atlético has two wins and seven draws. History – Atlético has not lost to Bragantino in 17 years, with eleven matches since 1998 in the Brasileirão. They won 2-1 at the Arena MRV. Prediction – Draw. Refereeing – Marcelo de Lima Henrique (CE); Victor Hugo Imazu dos Santos (PR), Renan Aguiar da Costa (CE). VAR Referee – Caio Max Augusto Vieira (GO).