Match report
Flamengo Defeats Santos 3-2 in Thrilling Serie A Clash
Flamengo
3–2
FT
Santos
Nov 9, 2025
Flamengo triumphed over Santos by a narrow margin of 3-2 in an electrifying Serie A showdown. Goals from Léo Pereira, J. Carrascal, and Bruno Henrique propelled the home side to victory, although Santos fought back with late goals from Gabriel Bontempo and L. Díaz.
Key Facts
- • Léo Pereira opened the scoring for Flamengo in the 37th minute.
- • J. Carrascal extended the lead to 2-0 with an assist from G. de Arrascaeta at the 51st minute mark.
- • Bruno Henrique sealed a penalty and scored his team's third goal in the 81st minute after VAR confirmation.
- • Santos managed two late goals through Gabriel Bontempo (89th) and L. Díaz (90th).
- • Neymar received a yellow card for argument with officials at the 36th minute.
Lineups
Flamengo
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 A. Rossi (G)
- 2 G. Varela (D)
- 13 Danilo (D)
- 4 Leo Pereira (D)
- 6 Ayrton Lucas (D)
- 5 E. Pulgar (M)
- 18 N. de la Cruz (M)
- 15 J. Carrascal (M)
- 10 G. de Arrascaeta (M)
- 16 Samuel Lino (M)
- 27 Bruno Henrique (F)
Substitutes
- 25 Matheus Cunha
- 22 Emerson Royal
- 61 Joao Victor
- 26 Alex Sandro
- 17 M. Vina
- 52 Evertton Araujo
- 8 S. Niguez
- 30 Michael
- 64 Wallace Yan
- 7 Luiz Araujo
- 11 Everton
- 23 Juninho
Santos
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 77 Gabriel Brazao (G)
- 18 Igor Vinicius (D)
- 27 Ze Ivaldo (D)
- 14 Luan Peres (D)
- 33 Souza (D)
- 5 Joao Schmidt (M)
- 15 W. Arao (M)
- 6 Ze Rafael (M)
- 22 A. Barreal (F)
- 10 Neymar (F)
- 11 Guilherme (F)
Substitutes
- 12 Diogenes
- 44 Joao Pedro Chermont
- 98 A. Frias
- 31 G. Escobar
- 8 T. Rincon
- 16 Thaciano
- 32 B. Rollheiser
- 49 Gabriel Bontempo
- 7 Robson Junior
- 9 Tiquinho Soares
- 19 L. Diaz
- 21 B. Brahimi
Timeline
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30' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardSamuel Lino
Simulation
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36' Santos Card · Yellow CardNeymar
Argument
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37' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalLéo Pereira
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51' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalJ. Carrascal · Assist: G. de Arrascaeta
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62' Santos subst · Substitution 1Off: Luan Peres · On: Gabriel Bontempo
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65' Flamengo Var · Penalty confirmedBruno Henrique
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67' Flamengo subst · Substitution 1Off: N. de la Cruz · On: Saúl Ñíguez
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67' Flamengo subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Carrascal · On: Luiz Araújo
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72' Santos subst · Substitution 2Off: Ze Rafael · On: Thaciano
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72' Santos subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Barreal · On: L. Díaz
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76' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardG. de Arrascaeta
Foul
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77' Santos Card · Yellow CardZé Ivaldo
Foul
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80' Flamengo subst · Substitution 3Off: Samuel Lino · On: Éverton
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81' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalBruno Henrique
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85' Santos subst · Substitution 4Off: Neymar · On: B. Rollheiser
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85' Santos subst · Substitution 5Off: Guilherme Augusto · On: Robson Junior
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88' Flamengo subst · Substitution 6Off: Ayrton · On: M. Viña
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89' Santos Goal · Normal GoalGabriel Bontempo
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90'+5 Santos subst · Substitution 6Off: Souza · On: G. Escobar
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90' Santos Goal · Normal GoalL. Díaz · Assist: B. Rollheiser
Match Stats
| Stat | Flamengo | Santos |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | 91% | 84% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 14 | 17 |
| Corners | 11 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 570 | 302 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 4 |
| xG | 2.60 | 1.95 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 9 |
| Possession | 66% | 34% |
| Goals Prevented | -1 | -1 |
| Accurate Passes | 521 | 255 |
| Shots Inside Box | 12 | 12 |
| Saves | 2 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 2 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The introduction of Bruno Henrique as a substitute marked Flamengo's turning point; he scored a crucial penalty in the 81st minute, solidifying their lead.
- ▸ Despite facing two late goals from Santos, Flamengo held on to secure their victory. Santos' substitutions did not quite turn the tide in their favor.