Flamengo renovate Ninho do Urubu during 2026 pre-season | OneFootball

Flamengo’s Professional Squad to Return on January 12

Unlike the last two years, Flamengo will hold its pre-season in Rio de Janeiro. Thus, before the presentation of the professional squad, the Rubro-Negro is carrying out renovations on the pitch at the CT Ninho do Urubu.

According to information from ‘Lance!’, the pitch treatment at Ninho do Urubu is part of Flamengo’s planning for the 2026 season. It’s worth noting, however, that the renovation is not due to any special issues with the training center’s grass.

When Does Flamengo’s Main Squad Return?

The main Flamengo team ended the 2025 season on December 17, after the Club World Cup final against PSG (FRA). Thus, the players will return to CT Ninho do Urubu next Monday (12).

Furthermore, the main squad’s debut is expected to take place on January 21, in the classic between Flamengo and Vasco, during the third round of the Campeonato Carioca. As usual, the Crias do Ninho will represent Mengão in the first matches of the state tournament.

When Does Flamengo Debut in the Carioca?

The first match for Flamengo in the Carioca takes place this Sunday (11). On this occasion, the team led by Bruno Pivetti will face Portuguesa, at 6pm (Brasília time), at Estádio Raulino de Oliveira, in Volta Redonda.

It’s important to highlight that this match is valid for the fifth round of the Carioca. After all, the match had to be brought forward due to Flamengo’s participation in the Supercopa do Brasil final, against Corinthians, on February 1.

Where to Watch Flamengo vs Portuguesa?

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match between Flamengo and Portuguesa, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (broadcast TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will air the debut of the Rubro-Negro.

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