Little known to the fans until then, Marcelo got his first chance as a Flamengo starter in coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo's debut against Botafogo at the Maracanã. He performed well and secured his place in the following rounds, earning the trust of the coach and the Flamengo fans. What has the experience of earning a place on the team with the largest fan base in the country been like for this 20-year-old?

That's what the defender, signed after excelling with Volta Redonda in this year's State Championship, talks about in this week's TV Fla report. He explains his anticipation for his debut, how he handled the pressure of getting a chance in a packed derby, and even what went through his mind during the difficult play at the end of the match, when victory almost slipped away. He also talks about his family's reaction and explains a bit about his personality.

"I'm simple, personally and professionally, I've always maintained that way. And I'm a hard-working player, the fans will always see me running," declared the player, showing what the red-blacks can expect from him on the field: humility and a lot of dedication.

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The TV Fla program airs weekly on Premiere FC cable channels, always before Flamengo matches. Reruns are shown on Premiere Clubes.

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