Flamengo's new official magazine arrived today at all newsstands in Rio de Janeiro. According to publisher Sisal, in this first phase of the launch, the publication should arrive between Monday and Wednesday in the following capitals: Vitória, Florianópolis, Brasília, Goiânia, Salvador, Recife, Fortaleza, Belém, and Manaus. All of these capitals, according to Sisal, also supply some nearby cities. In a second phase, the magazine will be launched throughout Brazil. Publisher Sisal has a mail-order system and is registering interested parties. Subsequently, Sisal will contact everyone to offer mail-order sales.

An initiative of the club's marketing department, the title is licensed by Editora Abril and produced by Editora Sisal. Two editions will be published this year, with national distribution. The cover price is R$8,90. The launch event will be on October 19th in the trophy room at Flamengo's headquarters in Gávea, Rio de Janeiro.

With 68 pages and an editorial line entirely geared towards fan interest, the cover of issue one features striker Adriano, the subject of the issue's interview. The Heroes section focuses on Flamengo's greatest idol, Zico. "Prata da Casa" tells the story of Matheus, son of Bebeto, who won the Brazilian Championship with the team in 1. The 1987-year-old is a left-winger in the club's youth academy. The Around the World section highlights goalkeeper Júlio César, a starter for the Brazilian national team who came through the ranks at Gávea. Finally, "Jogaço" chronicles the emotions of the match between Flamengo and Atlético Mineiro 15-3 in the 2 Brazilian Championship final.

The editorial line is entirely geared towards meeting the interests of fans.