Flamengo has a three-point and two-win advantage over Palmeiras, its closest rival. Since the return of the Copa do Mundo, Flamengo has achieved an impressive 78.79% efficiency, while Palmeiras has a significantly lower 53.33% efficiency. This significant difference in performance has allowed Flamengo to take the lead in the league. In the last 11 games, Flamengo has secured eight wins, two draws, and one loss. The team has also achieved five consecutive wins against Botafogo, Mirassol, Remo, Corinthians, and Bragantino.
On the other hand, Palmeiras has struggled with four wins, four draws, and two losses in 10 games since the return of the Copa do Mundo. The Brasileirão will have a 16-day pause due to the Super Data-Fifa. Flamengo hopes to maintain its good numbers after the pause, which would further solidify its position in the league. Flamengo has six players called up for the Data-Fifa: Pedro, Samuel Lino, Arrascaeta, Varela, Plata, and Valencia. They will be absent until October 6.