Athletico-PR and Flamengo are set to clash in Curitiba for Brasileirão 2026.
The match is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) this Sunday, valid for the 16th round of the competition.
The Arena da Baixada will host the event, with Rafael Rodrigo Klein (RS) as the referee.
SporTV and Premiere are slated to broadcast the match.
Athletico-PR’s Line-Up and Team News
Athletico-PR are currently fifth in the standings with 23 points, aiming to overtake São Paulo, who have 24.
Their home form has been strong, with six wins, one draw, and only one defeat.
Odair Hellmann will be without Portilla, who is suspended.
However, Esquivel is available after a suspension stay was obtained by the legal department.
Luiz Gustavo (calf injury), Terán (thigh injury), and Julimar (ankle sprain) remain sidelined.
Flamengo’s Team Update
Flamengo have accumulated 30 points.
A victory would bring them closer to Palmeiras, the leaders with 35 points, and they would still have a game in hand.
Leonardo Jardim has Paquetá available again.
However, Jorginho and Evertton Araújo are suspended.
Plata, Pulgar, and Arrascaeta are still in the medical department. De La Cruz is out due to the synthetic pitch, and Luiz Araújo has been released for personal reasons.
Léo Ortiz, Saúl, and Paquetá are expected to form the midfield.
Match Details
- Teams: Athletico-PR vs Flamengo
- Competition: Brasileirão 2026, 16th Round
- Venue: Arena da Baixada, Curitiba
- Time: 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) this Sunday
The match promises to be a compelling encounter as both teams aim to improve their positions in the league standings.