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The Flamengo defeated Palmeiras 1-0 and painted South America red and black last Saturday (29). As a result, Philadelphia 76ers (USA) center Joel Embiid gave an interview on Sunday (30) wearing the Sacred Mantle.

After the Philadelphia 76ers' loss to the Atlanta Hawks (USA) last Sunday (30), Embiid appeared at a press conference wearing the Flamengo jersey. The center did not comment on the red-black team but generated significant buzz for wearing the Sacred Mantle.

The 31-year-old center, one of the NBA's big stars, has already declared himself a fan of Flamengo, influenced by his father-in-law. During his visit to Brazil in August this year, he even visited a club store where he bought uniforms and accessories.

WHY DID EMBIID WEAR THE SACRED MANTLE?

The Flamengo defeated Palmeiras 1-0 and became the champion of the Copa Libertadores, in a match held at the Monumental Stadium in Lima. Thus, sports stars took the opportunity to wear the Sacred Mantle and celebrate together.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Thus, Flamengo is in pursuit of another title this season. The red-black team takes the field this Wednesday (03) at Maracanã against Ceará at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), for the Brazilian Championship. A victory guarantees the trophy to the Most Beloved.

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