Flamengo routs Mirassol 5-1, creates pressure on Palmeiras
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:50 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Flamengo defeated Mirassol 5-1 in a weekend match, intensifying the pressure on Palmeiras. This victory places Flamengo in strong contention for the top position in the Brasileirão, now seen as the ‘virtual’ leader with a game in hand. In contrast, Palmeiras is struggling, having only one win in their last five matches, including a recent 3-2 defeat to Fluminense. Social media reactions suggest Palmeiras fans are anxious but are advised to remain calm amid the latest developments.
- •Flamengo thrashed Mirassol 5-1 on August 16.
- •Palmeiras has just one win in their last five matches.
- •Flamengo can be considered a virtual leader with a game in hand.
- •Palmeiras lost to Fluminense 3-2 the week prior.
- •Social media advises Palmeiras fans to stay calm.
- 11:50 PMYahoo Sports — 😅 Flamengo rout has social media warning Palmeiras: don't panic
"If Palmeiras fans were worried after the 3-2 comeback defeat to Fluminense last Saturday (15), the situation has now gotten considerably worse.That’s because Flamengo thrashed Mirassol 5-1 this Sund...
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