Flamengo traveled to Maracanãzinho this Sunday to play in the Final Four of the League of the Americas. Despite not reaching the final, the Pride of the Nation received the support of the fans and played to secure third place. The match ended 97-81, with Benite leading the score with 24 points.

Flamengo and Peñarol took the court with a clear objective: to maintain their composure despite their semifinal defeats. Both teams fought from the start to win the bronze medal in the Liga das Américas. Flamengo, always with the support of the nation, took the lead. Throughout the first quarter, they held onto their advantage and didn't let the visitors close the gap. With a strong performance from Laprovittola, who led in assists, Mengão finished the half with a 31-23 victory.

In the second quarter, the Argentine team staged a comeback. Halfway through the period, they led by one point, but the Pride of the Nation quickly retook the lead and extended their lead. Olivinha scored a late three-pointer, and by halftime, the score was 50-43 for the Most Beloved.

In the third period, Peñarol closed the gap again. Once again, halfway through the period, the Argentine team was just two points away from tying. But then the red-and-black team's determination shined through. Flamengo fired back, and in the same period that Peñarol scored 7 points, the red-and-black team scored 22. Thus, the teams finished the third period with the scoreboard showing 74 to 57 in favor of Flamengo.

The final quarter was a calm affair for José Neto's men. The team managed their lead without any scares. Despite Peñarol's large number of points, Flamengo also played well offensively and maintained the lead they had gained in the previous periods. Laprovittola, who had been the leading scorer of the match, was caught by Benite on the final play – a beautiful three-pointer from the Brazilian. Thus, Mengão finished the match 16 points ahead of Peñarol – 97 to 81 – and secured its place among the three best teams in the Americas for the second year in a row.

Certifications:

1st bedroom - Flamengo 31 x 23 Peñarol

2st bedroom - Flamengo 19 x 20 Peñarol

3st bedroom - Flamengo 24 x 14 Peñarol

4st bedroom - Flamengo 23 x 24 Peñarol

Final score - Flamengo 97 x 81 Peñarol