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2mo ago

Flamengo Beats Pyramids 2–0 to Reach Intercontinental Final Against PSG

Arrascaeta’s set‑piece mastery settled the semifinal, setting up Wednesday’s final in Doha after a grueling 76‑match campaign.

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Overview

  • Defenders Léo Pereira and Danilo scored on headers from Arrascaeta free‑kicks, securing the 2–0 win over Egypt’s Pyramids.
  • The final against Paris Saint‑Germain is Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 14:00 Brasília time at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar.
  • PSG entered directly as European champions, and French reporting says the club is targeting the title and plans to take a strong squad.
  • Coach Filipe Luís said Flamengo will need a “perfect game,” with players like Varela expressing belief that beating PSG is possible.
  • Flamengo continued careful rotation through the tight schedule, and striker Pedro returned for brief minutes as he is eased back for potential use in the final.