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Both Fortaleza and Flamengo remain mathematically in contention for the Brazilian championship. Flamengo holds 62 points, with the chance to reach 65 if they win. Conversely, a win for Fortaleza could elevate them to 67 points, keeping them firmly in the title race. However, significant gaps remain behind the current leaders, Palmeiras and Botafogo, which complicates the journey for both teams.
Analysts also point out the disparity between the winning records of the teams at the top of the standings. Fortaleza, with 18 victories, trails behind Botafogo and Palmeiras, making the task of catching up even more daunting.