Globo seals Carioca deal, Fluminense debut on 14th with reserves | OneFootball

Rede Globo has secured coverage of the 2026 Campeonato Carioca, with TV Globo and ge tv broadcasting one match per round, Sportv providing extensive coverage, and Premiere showing the entire competition to subscribers. With the schedule set, Fluminense’s debut gains a stage and reach: the Tricolor will take the field on January 14.

However, for the opening match of the State Championship, Fluminense will field an alternative squad. The decision aims to preserve the main group, which is already focused on physical and tactical preparation, while also giving opportunities to young players and reserves from Xerém, as well as players seeking a place in the team.

Players who were present in the first days and may feature among the alternatives in the debut:

The club’s main squad reports today to the Carlos Castilho Training Center to begin pre-season under the command of coach Luis Zubeldía. The activities include physical assessments, physiology tests, and specific training sessions, aiming to improve the group’s fitness and cohesion.

The tendency is for the starters to only take the field after this preparation, with no set date yet for the debut of the main players. The technical staff indicates that the schedule should prioritize preparation for the Brazilian Championship, which is expected to start at the end of the month. This explains the decision to rest the most-used players and accelerate the integration of the young talents.

With Globo’s broadcast guaranteeing visibility, the Campeonato Carioca will be an important showcase both for those seeking a place and for the main group, which enters the State Championship focused on conditioning and planning for the national season.

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