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**Headline: Flamengo Faces Fortaleza in Final Match Before Club World Cup, Aims for Brasileirão Lead**

**Rio de Janeiro –** Flamengo is set to clash with Fortaleza this Sunday at the Maracanã stadium in a crucial Brasileirão match. The game, scheduled for 6:30 PM Brasilia time, marks Flamengo’s last appearance before heading off to the Club World Cup. The match will be broadcast on Premiere, with live updates available on ge.globo.com.

Coming off a narrow and underwhelming 1-0 victory against Deportivo Táchira in the Libertadores, Flamengo hopes to shake off recent criticism and secure a win. They are currently on a seven-game unbeaten streak, with three consecutive wins in the league. A victory against Fortaleza, coupled with a Palmeiras defeat against Cruzeiro, would propel Flamengo back to the top of the Brasileirão standings. Coach Filipe Luís is considering changes to the attack, with Bruno Henrique and Cebolinha potentially returning to the starting lineup. Evertton Araújo could also challenge Allan for a spot in midfield, while De la Cruz and Plata remain sidelined due to injuries. Pulgar and Viña are back in training, however, they could be playing after the injures are recovered.

Fortaleza, despite progressing to the Libertadores Round of 16, is struggling in the Brasileirão, currently sitting just outside the relegation zone. Consecutive league losses have increased the pressure on the team to secure points. Manager Vojvoda faces significant absences and will need to reshuffle his squad for the away match. Key midfielder Rossetto is doubtful after picking up an injury, and Pedro Augusto is suspended.

The match promises to be a tense affair for both sides, with Flamengo looking to solidify their title credentials before the Club World Cup, and Fortaleza desperate to climb away from the relegation battle. Gustavo Ervino Bauermann will referee the match.

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