Pedro Overtakes Viveros, Claims Brasileirão Top Scorer Spot
Flamengo thrashed Chapecoense 4-0 this Wednesday (7/22), in a match valid for the 19th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro. Two of the goals scored by the Rio de Janeiro club came from striker Pedro, who now leads the competition's scoring chart with 12 goals.
Before the clash with Chapecoense, the center-forward had scored 10 times this season and was tied on the goal scorer list with Carlos Vinícius, from Grêmio. Ahead of them was Viveros, from Athletico-PR, with nine goals. With the two goals against Chapecoense, the striker reached 12 goals and took the top scorer position.
Goalkeeper: Flubranco?
Flamengo reached 37 points and remains in second place, seven points behind leader Palmeiras. Chapecoense dropped to last place with just nine points.
Who Will They Play Next Weekend?
It didn't even take a round for Mais Querido to return to winning ways, with a strong squad and notable leadership. The Rio de Janeiro team returns to the field for the Campeonato Brasileiro in the next round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flamengo Leading the Brasileirão?
No, Palmeiras currently leads the competition with 44 points. Mais Querido is in second position, with 37.
Who is the Brasileirão's Top Scorer?
Now, Flamengo striker Pedro is the competition's leading goal scorer with 12 goals scored so far.