Flamengo hosts Ceará this Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 9:30 pm, at Estádio of Maracanã, at Rio of Janeiro, for the 37th round of Brasileirão Betano. The leader with 75 points needs a victory to confirm their ninth national title in advance. Ceará, in 14th with 43 points, adds points to ensure it remains in Série A.
Jorge Carrascal is part of the confirmed lineup and plays in the offensive sector, with four goals and three assists in the championship. The Colombian returns to the starting lineup after winning the Libertadores, adding mobility to the midfield. Coach Filipe Luís adopts a 4-2-3-1 formation for the match.
The Ceará, under Léo Condé, maintains the same tactical pattern, with adjustments in defense through suspensions. The game attracts attention due to the possibility of a red-black party.
- Flamengo: Rossi; Varela, Danilo, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Pulgar, Jorginho; Arrascaeta, Carrascal, Samuel Lino; Bruno Henrique.
- Ceará: Bruno Ferreira; Fabiano Souza, Marcos Victor, Éder, Rafael Ramos; Dieguinho, Zanocelo, Fernando Sobral; Galeano, Paulo Baya, Pedro Raul.
Contribution of Carrascal in the red-black creative sector
Carrascal starts in the middle trio, with an emphasis on infiltrations and dribbling, registering 1.8 per match. Filipe Luís uses his versatility to connect lines and create imbalances against the opponent’s marking.
The formation balances ball possession with speed, where Carrascal supports Arrascaeta in the frame. Samuel Lino complements from the left, creating 1.5 clear opportunities per game in recent clashes.
Adaptations in the Ceará defense due to absences
Léo Condé elevates Éder to the defensive core next to Marcos Victor, covering Matheus Bahia and Rafael Ramos occupies the left flank, prioritizing containment over Lino.
The visiting team draws two of their last four away games, with 1.3 goals conceded on average. Pedro Raul, with six goals, guides the attack, and Dieguinho completes 82% of his passes in the middle.
Pedro Henrique remains out with a thigh injury, forcing more improvisations.
The Ceará opts for compact lines to reduce central spaces.
Previous duels indicate tactical balance
The August clash at Castelão ended 1-1, with Carrascal assisting Bruno Henrique. The teams recorded 14 shots, with 51% possession for Flamengo.
The red and black team wins seven of the last nine home games, with a 77% success rate. Ceará wins points in 22% of external games, adopting an initial defensive posture.
Palmeiras, with 70 points, plays later, but Rio’s positive result guarantees the cup.
Rodrigo José Pereira of Lima referees, with 0.27 cards per game on average, helped by Rafael of Emerson of Almeida Ferreira takes care of the VAR.
Main elements in the lineup with Carrascal
Carrascal has eight goal contributions, with a 62% success rate in duels. Bruno Henrique adds nine shots in the championship. Danilo recovers 2.9 balls per game on defense.
Pedro Raul finishes with precision for Ceará. Lucas Mugni, on the bench, hits 79% of shots as an option. Fernandinho offers agility on the right.
These athletes direct the tempo, with Flamengo controlling territory and Ceará exploiting throws.
Television coverage and capacity expectations
The broadcast takes place on TV Globo, Premiere and GE TV, with a national signal. The Maracanã accommodates 64 thousand fans, with tickets selling out quickly.
The CBF installs the cup in the stadium for immediate delivery in the event of a triumph. Ceará aims for points for Sul-Americana.
Superiority at home drives Flamengo
Flamengo reaches 75% of victories in the Maracanã, with 51 local goals in this edition. Carrascal is involved in 20% of offensive plays at home. Filipe Luís mentions the post-Libertadores recovery, including Léo Ortiz.
Ceará obtains 21% positive results as a visitor, with 39% possession. Essa advantage projects pressure from Rio from the beginning.
The approach includes rapid advances to exploit flanks.
Players at risk of suspension in the middle
Carrascal is listed as hanging, with Jorginho and Pulgar, requiring balance. Reservas like Plata and Luiz Araújo prepare starters for the second half.
The Ceará has Zanocelo and Galeano under alert, with Mugni and Richardson for alternation.
These aspects examine the depth in a high-demand clash.
End of the season and upcoming clashes
Flamengo concludes against Mirassol on December 7th, with a possible rescheduling by Mundial from Clubes. Ceará receives Palmeiras in Castelão, looking for consolidation.
Brasileirão 2025 records 1,125 goals in 37 rounds, with 2.85 per match on average. Times prepare hiring for 2026.
The red and black success secures the second championship, and the Ceará strengthens its position.
