After beating Mesquita 4-1 and taking the lead in Group B of the Guanabara Cup, Flamengo returned to action this Thursday afternoon in Gávea. The red-and-black team begins preparing for its next challenge in the Campeonato Carioca, on Saturday, against Macaé, in Volta Redonda.

The players who started yesterday's match did muscle relaxation exercises in the club's gym. The exceptions were Everton and Bruno. The midfielder, who came on in the second half, also worked out in the gym. The number 1, who scored a beautiful free kick goal yesterday, did specific training on the field with goalkeeping coach Roberto Barbosa.

Juan, who is experiencing pain in his right leg, has been undergoing physical therapy. He is once again ruled out for Saturday's match.

The rest of the squad took part in a training match against Nilópolis, from the third division of Rio de Janeiro football. The red-and-black team faced no difficulties and won 6-0, with goals from Paulo Sérgio (3), Josiel (2) and Vandinho. Right-back Everton Silva, midfielders Fierro and Jônatas and striker Maxi also stood out.\ \ Flamengo faced Nilópolis with: Diego; Everton Silva, Douglas, Thiago Sales and Jorbison (Giovani); Toró, Kleberson, Jônatas (Erick Flores) and Fierro; Maxi (Vandinho) and Josiel (Paulo Sérgio).\