Flamengo and Internacional face each other this Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 7pm (Brasília time), at Estádio of Maracanã, at Rio of Janeiro, for the second round of Brasileirão Betano. Rubro-Negro seeks recovery after stumbles in the debut and in Supercopa of Brasil. Colorado tries to score points away from home to avoid a bad start in the table. Rodrigo Jose Pereira of Lima referees the match.
Coach Filipe Luís confirms Bruno Henrique in the starting lineup. The attacker acts on the wing or as an offensive option in the red and black scheme. Desfalques like Jorginho, suspended, and Saúl Ñíguez, injured, require adjustments in midfield. The Internacional arrives in a compact formation under the Paulo Pezzolano.
Bruno Henrique confirmed in the lineup
Bruno Henrique plays today against Internacional. The attacker starts as a starter in the Flamengo attack. Ele occupies a position on the left wing or as an alternative in the offensive sector. His presence reinforces speed and finishing in the team pressured for positive results.
The player participates in recent training sessions in good physical condition. Filipe Luís bets on his experience to create imbalances. Bruno Henrique forms part of the offensive trio with other prominent names.
Flamengo confirmed lineup
Flamengo enters the field in 4-2-3-1. Agustín Rossi saves the goal. The defense has Emerson Royal on the right, Vitão and Léo Pereira on the defense, and Ayrton Lucas on the left. Erick Pulgar and Evertton Araújo form the steering wheel duo. Giorgian De Arrascaeta organizes the midfield, with Lucas Paquetá, Everton Cebolinha and Bruno Henrique in attack. Pedro acts as the central reference.
Filipe Luís promotes Bruno Henrique to the offensive sector. Lucas Paquetá gains a place in creation. Outras options on the bench include Gonzalo Plata and Jorge Carrascal for tactical variations.
Internacional starting team
Internacional plays in 3-4-2-1. Sergio Rochet occupies the goal. Bruno Gomes, Gabriel Mercado and Vitão Gabriel make up the defense. Vitinho and Alex Bernabei play on the wings. Ronaldo and Paulinho do the containment. Alan Patrick and Johan Carbonero create through socks. Rafael Borré leads the attack.
Paulo Pezzolano maintains the base without serious embezzlement. The team from Rio Grande do Sul is looking for defensive solidity. Bruno Tabata and Alerrandro appear as alternatives in the bank.
Where to watch live
The exclusive transmission is carried out by Premiere, available on pay TV operators and digital platforms. The signal starts minutes before the game. Globoplay offers content to subscribers of the Premiere package.
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Embezzlement and suspensions in Flamengo
Jorginho is automatically suspended after being expelled in the previous round. Saúl Ñíguez continues to recover after surgery on his left heel. Outros names like Allan Rodríguez appear outside for physical reasons.
Internacional does not record significant absences. The main cast is released. The coach has complete options on the bench.
Featured players
Bruno Henrique stands out for his speed and dribbling ability in Flamengo. Giorgian De Arrascaeta creates decisive plays. Pedro expects goals in the area.
In Internacional, Rafael Borré threatens with precise finishes. Alan Patrick distributes passes in midfield. The duo explores quick transitions.
Refereeing and stadium conditions
Rodrigo Jose Pereira from Lima commands the refereeing with an average of 5.60 cards per match. Assistentes includes Alessandro Alvaro Rocha from Matos and Eduardo Goncalves from Cruz. Caio Max Augusto Vieira acts in VAR.
The Maracanã has a lawn in good condition. The expectation is for a significant red and black audience. The stadium favors the offensive game of Flamengo.
The duel gains importance for the initial reaction in Brasileirão Betano. Flamengo pushes for a victory at home. Internacional seeks to score away.
