Key Takeaways:
- Flamengo claimed the Brazilian championship last night with a 1:0 victory over Ceara at Maracanã
- Palmeiras defeated Atletico Mineiro 3:0 at Arena MRV, despite playing the entire second half with ten men
- Samuel Lino’s 37th-minute goal secured Flamengo’s title, while Palmeiras are poised to finish second
Flamengo Secure Glory at Maracanã
Flamengo have been crowned champions of Brazil after sealing a 1:0 win against Ceara last night at the Maracanã Stadium. Filipe Luís’s side took time to break down the visitors’ defence but made their breakthrough in the first half. In the 37th minute, Jorge Carrascal set up former Gil Vicente man Samuel Lino, who finished clinically past Bruno to ignite celebrations across the historic ground.
COPA LIBERTADORES TENHO QUATRO! 🏆🏆🏆🏆
E O BRASILEIRO? GANHAMOS NOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆COMEMORAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA, NAÇÃOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! O COLOSSAL CLUBE DE REGATAS DO FLAMENGO É O SEU CAMPEÃO BRASILEIRO DE 2025!#Campeão #MaiorCampeãoDoBrasil pic.twitter.com/TpthrTLHHY
— FL4MEN9O (@Flamengo) December 4, 2025
Palmeiras Prevail but Fall Short in Title Race
As Flamengo pressed for the title, concurrent action at Arena MRV saw Palmeiras face local rivals Atletico Mineiro. Abel Ferreira’s men took control early, with Flaco López capitalising on a defensive lapse in the 9th minute, and Alan doubling the lead in the 20th after another error from the Galo defence. Vitor Roque initiated the opening goal by pressuring Everson, allowing López to score from close range.
Palmeiras’ challenge took a hit just before half-time when Joaquín Piquerez received a red card after VAR intervention for a reckless foul on former Porto defender Renzo Saravia. Manager Abel Ferreira reacted angrily, hurling a pitch-side microphone away in frustration as his team were reduced to ten men for the remainder of the match.
Second-Half Drama and Missed Opportunities
Despite the numerical disadvantage, Palmeiras remained resilient against Atletico Mineiro’s increasing pressure. Former Abel Ferreira protégé Gustavo Scarpa struck the upright in the 72nd minute with a long-range effort, while Hulk – also formerly of Porto – featured in the late attacking push for Atletico Mineiro. Goalkeeper Carlos Miguel produced a series of crucial saves.
Rony appeared to score for Palmeiras with 15 minutes to play following a chaotic sequence in the box, but VAR correctly ruled out the goal for a handball moments before the ball crossed the line.
Late Goals and Standings Implecations
Back at Maracanã, Flamengo’s defence, marshalled by Leo Pereira, repelled Ceara’s sporadic advances. Samuel Lino’s goal continued to separate the sides as Ceara struggled to find attacking cohesion. Meanwhile, at Arena MRV, substitute Luigi added a third for Palmeiras in the 81st minute, latching onto a Jefte assist and breaking the defensive line, before striking the post two minutes later. Luigi’s impact effectively ended Atletico Mineiro’s hopes of mounting a comeback.
Both fixtures concluded in quick succession. With their victory, Flamengo secured the championship, while Palmeiras have all but clinched second place in the table.
| Match | Venue | Final Score | Key Moments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flamengo vs. Ceara | Maracanã | 1:0 | Samuel Lino goal 37′ |
| Palmeiras vs. Atletico Mineiro | Arena MRV | 3:0 | Flaco López 9′; Alan 20′; Luigi 81′; Piquerez red card 45′ |
