Flamengo dominated and defeated Grêmio 1-0 today in Porto Alegre during the 15th round of the Brazilian Championship. The only goal came from Carrascal in the second half, providing relief after numerous missed chances in the first period.
The result at Arena do Grêmio brings Flamengo closer to league leaders Palmeiras. Flamengo now has 30 points, while Palmeiras holds 34. Leonardo Jardim’s side has one game in hand, with the direct clash scheduled for the 23rd at Maracanã.
For Grêmio, the defeat confirms their drop into the relegation zone, as Corinthians beat São Paulo in the same round. The Gaúcho team remains on 17 points.
Despite the victory, Flamengo faces selection issues for the next round, as Jorginho and Evertton Araújo are suspended. In the upcoming fixtures, Grêmio visits Bahia on Sunday at 4 PM, while Flamengo faces Athletico away at 7 PM on the same day.
Chances and Scares
Flamengo controlled the first half but had to endure some tricky moments. The team created a flurry of chances in the opening 25 minutes, hitting the crossbar through Plata and the post via Carrascal. Goalkeeper Weverton also made a crucial save from Samuel Lino. Grêmio occasionally threatened through Caio Paulista, Amuzu, and Gabriel Mec.
Rossi caused a fright for Flamengo fans when he mishandled a clearance, leaving his goal exposed, but Léo Pereira cleared the danger off the line. Defensive disorganization also led to yellow cards for Jorginho and Evertton Araújo, both now suspended.
Persistence Pays Off
Flamengo continued pressing after the break. Jorginho orchestrated play, patiently finding gaps in Grêmio’s defensive setup. The breakthrough came after forced changes by Leonardo Jardim: Emerson Royal replaced Ayrton Lucas (knee issue), with Varela shifting to left-back. Luiz Araújo also came on for Plata.
Léo Ortiz delivered a superb pass near the byline to Royal, who crossed for Carrascal to tap in the opening goal. For Carrascal, the strike could mark a fresh start after recent disciplinary issues that saw him suspended by the STJD following two red cards this season.
Grêmio struggled to respond even after Luís Castro abandoned the three-man defense. Flamengo managed the game well and had chances to extend the lead, but the narrow scoreline was enough to keep them in the title race.
Match Details
Grêmio 0-1 Flamengo
Venue: Arena do Grêmio, Porto Alegre
Date: May 10, 2026, 7:30 PM local time
Referee: Davi Lacerda (ES)
Yellow cards: Pavón (GRE); Jorginho, Evertton Araújo, Pedro (FLA)
Goal: Carrascal (23′ 2nd half)
Lineups:
Grêmio: Weverton; Pavón (Braithwaite), Gustavo Martins, Balbuena, Viery, Pedro Gabriel (Caio Paulista); Leonel Pérez
Flamengo: (not provided in original)