Brazilian Run-In: Mirassol’s Libertadores Berth Faces Compliance Tests as Flamengo Lead, Botafogo Eyes G‑5, Atlético‑MG Plays Final

Overview

• Mirassol is officially in the 2026 Copa Libertadores but must meet CONMEBOL rules to participate, including launching a women’s team, upgrading the 20,000-capacity knockout-stage stadium requirement, and playing within 140 km of an international airport.
• Flamengo top the Brasileiro with 71 points, two ahead of Palmeiras on 69, with both teams in action tonight against Bragantino at the Maracanã and Fluminense at Allianz Parque.
• Botafogo sit fifth on 55 points and lead projection models for the last direct group-stage berth, with A TARDE putting their G‑5 odds at 57.59%; a home win over Grêmio would leave the club effectively holding the spot.
• Fluminense’s win over Flamengo boosted their G‑5 chances to 26.62% for the visit to Palmeiras, while Bahia’s defeat to Fortaleza cut their projection to 19.65% before hosting Vasco.
• Atlético‑MG face Lanús in the Copa Sudamericana final today at 17:00 BRT in Asunción, with Patrick ruled out and Alan Franco a doubt due to muscle issues.