After another thrilling match last Sunday in the senior division, Flamengo and Botafogo face off again, this time in the Campeonato Carioca de Juniores (Rio de Janeiro Junior Championship). The match, valid for the fourth round, has been rescheduled for today at 15 p.m. in Gávea.
Botafogo could have four important reinforcements who were training with the senior squad: right-back Índio, defender Rodrigo Fabiano, defensive midfielder Wellington Júnior, and midfielder Rodrigo Dantas. However, Wellington Júnior, with heel pain, and forward Victor Castro, who was stepped on in training, are doubtful. Flamengo's hope lies with two players who are currently enjoying excellent form: midfielder Erick Flores and forward Pedro Beda.
Flamengo - Marcelo, Davidson, Anderson, Rafael and Leo; Airton, D. Moura, Erick Flores and Guilherme; Paulo Sérgio and Pedro Beda.\ Coach: Adílio.\
Botafogo - Bruno, Índio, R. Fabiano, Alex and Gabriel; Romário (Wellington Jr.), Édson, Jougle and R. Dantas; Junior and Diego (Victor Castro).\ Coach: Luizinho Rangel.\