The time has come for the 2026 Brasileirão.
Fluminense and Grêmio are set for their clash later today, starting at 7:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã.
This match is part of the opening round of the competition.
Premiere, Record, and Youtube/Cazé TV will broadcast the game.
Fluminense 🇭🇺
The Carioca Tricolor comes in on a high after their victory in the Fla-Flu.
They defend a streak of 12 home wins since Zubeldía’s arrival.
The coach himself will be a novelty, as he makes his season debut after undergoing a heart procedure.
Samuel Xavier, Martinelli, and Lucho Acosta return to the starting lineup.
The big question was in attack: Everaldo or John Kennedy.
Better for number 99.
Renê is another who regains his starting spot.
Hércules and Soteldo are still transitioning. Meanwhile, Cano is still recovering from injury.
Grêmio 🇪🇪
The Gaúcho Tricolor is looking to bounce back after their comeback defeat in the Gre-Nal.
Luís Castro once again has Gustavo Martins available—recovered after losing two teeth.
Cristaldo’s spot among the starting eleven was in doubt after a poor performance at Beira-Rio.
And, in fact, he is out.
João Pedro takes over at right back.
Kannemann, Braithwaite, and Villasanti remain in the medical department.
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