Flamengo vs Fenerbahçe Match Report

Match Report: CR Flamengo 2–1 Fenerbahçe SK
Venue: Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

CR Flamengo extended their unbeaten streak to four games in Division 3 with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Fenerbahçe SK at the Maracanã. Coming into this match, Flamengo made one change to their lineup from their previous outing: Georginio Wijnaldum replaced Karim Adeyemi, who picked up a groin strain and is expected to be sidelined for approximately a week.

Flamengo struck early, showcasing their dominance from the outset. In the 10th minute, Yunus Musah delivered a pinpoint pass to Wijnaldum, and the midfielder unleashed a powerful strike that left Soria with no chance, putting the hosts 1–0 up.

In the 29th minute, Hiroki Ito came close to doubling Flamengo’s lead with a curling effort aimed at the top corner, but Soria produced an outstanding acrobatic save to deny him. Moments later, De Arrascaeta tested the Fenerbahçe defense again, but his effort was blocked, ensuring the score remained 1–0 heading into halftime.

Fenerbahçe returned stronger in the second half and earned an equalizer in the 66th minute. A well-delivered corner from Gaetano Castrovilli found De Arrascaeta, who powered the ball past Onana to make it 1–1. Fenerbahçe’s ability to capitalize on set-piece opportunities underlined their tactical discipline.

Flamengo continued to create chances, and in the 78th minute, Musah once again showcased his playmaking prowess, threading a perfect pass to substitute Brian Brobbey. Brobbey’s deft touch sent the ball past Soria, restoring Flamengo’s lead at 2–1.

Despite Fenerbahçe’s late attempts, including a near miss from Giacomo Raspadori in the 82nd minute, Flamengo held firm. Onana and the defensive line ensured the hosts maintained their narrow lead until the final whistle, securing a victory that showcased their resilience.

Georginio Wijnaldum’s outstanding performance, including the opening goal and consistent creativity, was pivotal to Flamengo’s success, earning him the Player of the Match accolade.

Match Statistics:

• Possession: Flamengo 51% – 49% Fenerbahçe
• Total Shots: Flamengo 15 – 8 Fenerbahçe
• Shots on Target: Flamengo 5 – 3 Fenerbahçe
• Corners: Flamengo 6 – 4 Fenerbahçe
• Yellow Cards: 0 – 0
• Red Cards: 0 – 0

Match Line-Ups:

CR Flamengo:
Onana, Royal, Ito, Carlos, Zakaria, Joelinton, Musah, Fofana (c), Semenyo (75), Wijnaldum (75), Barnes (75)
Substitutes: Palmieri, Gnonto (75), Bentaleb, Boadu, Strefezza (75), Perri, Brobbey (75)

Fenerbahçe SK:
Soria, Gorosabel, Pedraza, Gabbia (c), Martínez Quarta, Veiga (60), Karlsson, Pobega, Raspadori, De Arrascaeta, Soares (60)
Substitutes: Jensen (60), Castrovilli (60), Aguilar, Brereton Díaz, Sosa, Collado, Destanoglu