In order to protect our players and coaching staff from the understandable euphoria that surrounds fans and members at decisive moments in competitions, as well as from the legitimate campaign momentum during the election period, we are scheduling our training sessions at Ninho do Urubu, including Saturday's training session, the day before the match against Botafogo, and we are making access to the Training Center exclusive to football staff, the press – in a controlled manner – and service providers.

We ask for the understanding of fans, members and candidates and ask that you help us preserve the peace of mind of our professionals, in defending Flamengo's interests.

Rio de Janeiro, October 22, 2009

Vice-Presidency of Football