The appointment in October of former coach Tite has been a shock for the Rio club
Botafogo had to settle for a 1-1 draw with Santos
Flamengo beat América 0-3 this Sunday and remained at the top of the Brazilian Championship with the same 63 points as the leader Palmeiras, who tied 2-2 with Fortaleza and missed the opportunity to isolate themselves in front.
Flamengo took the lead in the first half thanks to a header from Éverton Sousa after a clearance from Ayrton Lucas from outside the area.
In the second half, Pedro Guilherme and Everton Ribeiro They were in charge of finishing the job against the bottom of the tournament.
The appointment in October of former coach Tite has been a shock for the Rio club, which has been climbing positions in recent weeks until reaching second position.
Flamengo adds the same 63 points from Palmeiraswhich leads by best goal balance.
Palmeiras, who won the championship last year, knew how to resist the pressure of Fortalezawhich at times placed him against the ropes.
With the tie, Portuguese coach Abel Ferreira’s team extends a good streak after taking the lead on the last day.
Botafogo, who led the championship for most of the year, had to settle for a 1-1 draw with Santoswhich leaves him one point behind the two leaders.
The Rio team He led the ‘Brasileirao’ with a lead of 12 points over their closest rival, but that advantage has evaporated after a series of defeats and as many draws.
With three days left until the end of the league, The title race is too close.
Atlético Mineiro is three points behind Palmeiras and Flamengoas well as Grêmio and Bragantino, which are four.