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Flamengo Squad Trains on Thursday Afternoon (30)

Flamengo experienced another historic night last Wednesday (29). Facing Racing (ARG) at El Cilindro, the Rubro-Negro held a 0-0 draw and secured their spot in the Libertadores final, with an aggregate score of 1-0. After qualifying, the squad did not receive a break and returns to work this Thursday (30).

In summary, after qualifying for the Libertadores, the Flamengo squad will not have time to rest. This is because, on Thursday afternoon (30), the Rubro-Negro team will already be back at Ninho do Urubu.

Thus, at the training center, Filipe Luís begins Flamengo's preparation for the next game of the season. Therefore, on Saturday (01), the Most Beloved faces Sport at Maracanã, for the 31st round of the Brazilian Championship. Flamengo's activity is scheduled for 4:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (30).

How Was the Qualification for the Libertadores Final?

Needing to hold at least a 0-0 draw to qualify, Filipe Luís adopted the 5-3-1 formation, which he usually uses when Flamengo is down a player after Gonzalo Plata was sent off early in the second half.

Despite this, the Most Beloved managed to withstand Racing's pressure and the referee's interference. As a result, Flamengo left Argentina qualified for the fifth Libertadores final in their history.

And Now?

Already qualified for the final, Flamengo awaits the winner of the clash between Palmeiras and LDU (EQU) to know their opponent in the grand final of the Libertadores. In the first match, the Ecuadorian team won 3-0 and gained a good advantage in the duel.

However, the decisive match between Palmeiras and LDU takes place this Thursday (30), at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Allianz Parque. After the match, Flamengo will know their opponent in the Libertadores final, scheduled for November 29, in Lima, Peru.

And Before That?

Before the Libertadores final, Flamengo turns their attention to the Brazilian Championship. In the meantime, on Saturday (01), the Most Beloved hosts Sport at Maracanã. The teams will compete in the 31st round of the Brasileirão, starting at 9 PM (Brasília time).

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