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Flamengo Secures Spot in the Next Edition of the Club World Cup

Flamengo was the first Brazilian team to secure a spot in the next Club World Cup. The second edition of FIFA's new tournament will take place in 2029, but the host country has not yet been determined. Thus, Lula, President of Brazil, and Gianni Infantino, head of the governing body of football, will have a meeting to discuss the competition.

According to journalist Lauro Jardim, Lula will request that the 2029 Club World Cup be held in Brazil, as well as the next FIFA Congress, which will take place in 2027. The meeting between the presidents will take place at 11 a.m. (Brasília time) this Monday (26).

Why Did Flamengo Secure a Spot in the Next Club World Cup?

In the 2025 season, Flamengo won their fourth Libertadores title, after defeating Palmeiras 1-0, when Danilo scored the goal that gave the title to Mengão. Thus, Filipe Luís's team is guaranteed a spot in the next Club World Cup.

Did Flamengo Participate in the First Edition?

Yes! By winning the Libertadores in 2022, Flamengo also competed in the first edition of the Club World Cup, held in 2025. In addition to Rubro-Negro, Palmeiras, Fluminense, and Botafogo represented Brazil in the world competition.

Flamengo, in fact, finished the initial phase in first place in Group D. On that occasion, Rubro-Negro earned seven points after defeating Espérance (TUN) and Chelsea (ENG), as well as drawing with Los Angeles FC (USA). However, in the round of 16, Mengão was beaten by Bayern Munich (GER), 4-2.

What Is Flamengo's Next Match?

While the Club World Cup is still some time away, Flamengo is preparing to debut in the Brasileirão. This Wednesday (28), Filipe Luís's team faces São Paulo at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at MorumBIS, for the first round of the championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match between Flamengo and São Paulo, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air), GE TV (YouTube) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Brasileirão match.

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