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Flamengo, Fluminense, Botafogo, and Palmeiras received from FIFA this Tuesday (30)

The coffers of Flamengo are fuller! This Tuesday (30), FIFA transferred money related to the campaign of Rubro-Negro and other clubs in the Club World Cup, held between June and July in the United States. The Most Beloved received today US$ 7.5 million (about R$ 40 million) for reaching the round of 16.

Previously, Flamengo had already received US$ 15.2 million (about R$ 82 million) from FIFA for participating in the Club World Cup. Additionally, the club earned another US$ 4 million (R$ 22 million) due to victories over Espérance (TUN) and Chelsea (ENG). The draw with Los Angeles (USA) was worth US$ 1 million (R$ 5.5 million).

It's important to note that these figures are gross values, as they are subject to taxes in the United States and Brazil. Therefore, the amounts are expected to be lower. Thus, there is anticipation for the financial statement that will be released by Flamengo at the end of the year to know the actual numbers.

WHAT WAS FLAMENGO'S CAMPAIGN IN THE CLUB WORLD CUP?

Flamengo finished first in the group. In the debut, they defeated Espérance 2-0. Later, the epic match with Chelsea, with a comeback victory, 3-1. Already with reserves, Rubro-Negro drew 1-1 with Los Angeles. In the round of 16, Flamengo was eliminated by Bayern Munich (GER), 4-2.

WHAT DOES FLAMENGO NEED TO DO TO PLAY IN THE NEXT CLUB WORLD CUP?

The next Club World Cup in this format will be in 2029. To reach the tournament, Flamengo needs to win one of the next four editions of the Libertadores. In the 2025 edition, there are three games left for the trophy, as Rubro-Negro is in the semifinals and will face Racing (ARG) on October 22 and 29.

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