Brasileirão: see games that open the 23rd round this Saturday

In the match against Grêmio, Flamengo will enter the field without the presence of 18 players from the main squad. The decision to spare these athletes is part of the Rio club's strategy to prioritize competing in the Copa Libertadores, the main objective of the season. With the decisive phases of the continental competition approaching, the technical committee chose to keep its main names in Rio de Janeiro, focusing on physical and tactical preparation for the most important games to come.

This choice, although it has a direct impact in the team's performance in the Brazilian Championship, reflects the need to manage the squad in the face of a tight schedule and physical exhaustion accumulated throughout the season. Flamengo, which is fighting for the top positions in the Brasileirão, sees the Libertadores as a crucial opportunity to crown the year with a major title. Therefore, squad rotation becomes essential to ensure that players are in the best conditions to face the marathon of decisive games.

Among names that will not travel to Porto Alegre are some of the main highlights of the red-black team. Athletes such as Gabigol, Bruno Henrique and Arrascaeta will not participate in the clash against Grêmio. They, as well as other starters, will remain in the club's CT for recovery and physical adjustment work, aimed exclusively at the next commitment for the Libertadores.

In addition to the attackers and midfielders, other sectors of the team will also be affected due to absences. Important defenders, such as David Luiz and Filipe Luís, are also on the list of those spared. The absence of so many players creates a challenge for coach Jorge Sampaoli, who will need to use an alternative team to try to win points away from home against Grêmio, a traditionally strong team at home.

The Flamengo made history by becoming four consecutive champions of the Brazilian Women's Artistic Gymnastics Championship. The team, which has the talent of two-time Olympic champion Rebeca Andrade, shone once again and secured the title after fierce competition. With a solid and constant performance, the club scored the highest number of points, taking home the champion's trophy.

Under the leadership of Rebeca Andrade, Flamengo's women's team has shown, year after year, its supremacy in the Brazilian artistic gymnastics scene. Andrade, who won two Olympic golds, is a central figure in the team's success. Her experience and talent not only raise the team's technical level, but also serve as an inspiration for other athletes.

THE tetracampeonato is a remarkable feat, which puts Flamengo highlighted in the national sports scene. The club has consistently invested in its youth categories, fostering new talent and ensuring that the future of artistic gymnastics remains promising. The triumph in the 2024 championship is the result of work that began a long time ago, involving coaches, physiotherapists, physical trainers and a technical team dedicated to ensuring the success of the athletes.

The Brazilian Artistic Gymnastics Championship is one of the most important tournaments in the country, bringing together the best clubs and athletes in the sport. The competition is marked by a high technical level, and athletes need to demonstrate mastery on different devices, such as beam, floor, asymmetrical parallels and table vault. Each of these tests requires precision, strength and concentration.

The Brazilian Championship continues at an intense pace, with decisive rounds. This Saturday (21), the 27th round began with an important clash at the top of the table. Botafogo, leader of the tournament, beat Fluminense 1-0, with a goal from Luiz Henrique, who was in Mais Querido's sights, in stoppage time, expanding their advantage over Flamengo in the standings.

The match, played at Maracanã, did not feature any great moments of emotion. Although Fluminense finished more times during the 90 minutes, Botafogo managed to be more efficient. The winning goal came in the 50th minute of the second half, guaranteeing the three points for General Severiano's team.

1st Botafogo – 56 points (27 games)

2nd Palmeiras – 50 points (26 games)

3rd Fortaleza – 49 points (26 games)

4th Flamengo – 45 points (25 games)

Flamengo hasn't won in two games in the Brazilian Championship, having lost to Corinthians 2-1 and tied with Vasco 1-1. Thus, the team led by Tite occupies fourth place with 45 points. The red and black team needs to pay attention, as São Paulo and Bahia are getting closer in the table.

Needing victory to remain strong in the dispute, Flamengo takes to the field this Sunday (22), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), in Porto Alegre, to face Grêmio in the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship.