The large number of changes to Flamengo's squad for the match against Figueirense this Wednesday at Maracanã meant the group skipped the traditional recreational training session held on the eve of matches. Seeking to bring the team back into sync, coach Joel Santana led a training session.

The changes begin at the back: Fabio Luciano, suspended, and Ronaldo Angelim, injured, will be replaced by Rodrigo Arroz and Thiago Salles. Leo Medeiros is expected to replace Juan at left back. In midfield, with Roger's suspension, Renato Augusto, who had been playing up front, has been moved back and will play alongside Rômulo, Cristian, and Ibson. Up front, Leonardo is expected to be used alongside Obina.

Therefore, no fewer than four players trained at Gávea—Rodrigo Arroz, Rômulo, Ibson, and Renato Augusto—will start the match, along with Ronaldo Angelim. While acknowledging that chemistry won't be the team's strong point, coach Joel Santana expressed confidence.

"The boys from the academy have known each other for a long time and won't have any problems, so I didn't hesitate to select them. I'm confident that if we play well, the fans will support us, he'll be the twelfth player again and will help us achieve victory," said the coach.