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Flamengo Returns to the Field in January 2026

The season for Flamengo has come to an end with the achievement of several titles, consolidating another successful year for the red-black club. Now, the team is already thinking about 2026 and planning their return to the field with full focus on new challenges. The preparation for the next year has started to take shape, and the fans' expectations are already set on the first official match.

WHEN WILL THE NEXT GAME BE?

Flamengo will face Bangu on January 14, for the Taça Guanabara. However, the FERJ has not yet set the match time, keeping the schedule open. Until the third round of the competition, clubs will be able to use reserves, which opens up opportunities for young talents from the youth academy.

For the initial state tournament match, Flamengo will choose to field the under-20 players. This decision allows the main team to have a more focused pre-season, without overburdening the players who ended 2025 with an extremely exhausting season, playing almost 80 matches throughout the year.

WHY DID FLAMENGO CHOOSE TO STAY IN RIO?

Initially, the club considered holding the pre-season in the United States, as in previous years. However, after assessing the athletes' fatigue, the management decided it would be more prudent to keep the preparation in Rio de Janeiro. This way, the team avoids long trips and ensures more time for recovery and quality training.

The main players' return has not yet been scheduled, but the expectation is that the pre-season calendar will be structured soon. Meanwhile, the red-black youth will have the opportunity to showcase their value in the first official games of the year, giving fans the chance to meet the new names that might shine in the 2026 season.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.