On Sunday afternoon (30), Flamengo took to the field for the first match of the grand final of the 2017 Carioca Championship. Against Fluminense at Maracanã, Mais Querido managed to build the victory in the initial stage with a goal from Éverton, winning 1-0 and taking advantage for the second game.

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Pressing from the start, Flamengo created attacking opportunities and had good chances to open the scoring. With speed on the flanks, the "Mais Querido" (Flamengo's Favorite) demanded the opposing goalkeeper's attention. In the 33rd minute, Éverton was smart, didn't give up, and took advantage of the Tricolor defender's mistake to open the scoring for Mengão at Maracanã. With a left-footed shot into the top corner, the number 22 scored the winning goal for the Rubro-Negro.

The second half was evenly matched. While Flamengo sought to extend its lead, Fluminense pressed the team's well-positioned defense. Both teams tried to create shots and score, but the score remained tied, and the "Mais Querido" won 1-0.

Mengão's next challenge will be again at Maracanã, on Wednesday (3), at 21:45 pm, against Universidad Católica, for the Conmebol Libertadores Bridgestone. The second match of the State final is scheduled for Sunday (7), at 16 pm, also at the Mário Filho stadium.

*under the supervision of Isabela Abirached