Overview

• Pedro scored three goals, with Samuel Lino adding two and Giorgian De Arrascaeta, Luiz Araújo and Bruno Henrique converting the others, the latter from a penalty.
• De Arrascaeta reached 78 career assists to become the Brasileirão’s top provider since the statistic began being officially tracked.
• Flamengo dominated the match with 20 shots and 11 on target to Vitória’s 2 and held 73% possession.
• Left back Alex Sandro left after 22 minutes due to a muscular issue, with medical tests planned to determine the extent.
• Flamengo’s recent outlay of about €43 million brought in Samuel Lino, Emerson Royal and Jorge Carrascal, while Saúl Ñíguez arrived without a fee, reinforcing the squad for Estudiantes in Rio on Sept. 18 and La Plata on Sept. 25.