A starter for Flamengo at the beginning of the year under then-coach Cuca, right-back Everton Silva hasn't known what it's like to start a match in a long time. However, he'll have a golden opportunity next Saturday. With Leonardo Moura suspended for receiving his third yellow card in the Brazilian Championship, Everton will take over at right-back in the decisive match against São Paulo, at 16:10 pm, at Maracanã.

The number 19 of the Gávea team does not hide his happiness at returning to play and guarantees that he can perform very well, after all, he will be playing in his original position, right-back, and will not have to worry about acting as a false third defender, as at the beginning of the season.

"I'm looking forward to being a starter again. It's been a while since I've played. With Cuca, I played a lot, playing false full-back, as a third defender, but thank God, my opportunity has come again, and I hope to have a great performance against São Paulo, playing in my normal position, which is on the right," he explained.

Everton Silva believes the match against São Paulo is decisive for both teams' hopes in the competition. Flamengo is aiming for a spot in the 2010 Copa Libertadores, while Tricolor is looking to close the gap on leaders Palmeiras. This is the so-called six-point game for the red-and-blacks.

"It's a tough match for our team. We're looking to break into the top four, and São Paulo wants to close the gap on Palmeiras. I believe it will be an excellent match. We're on an exceptional run, with the support of the fans, and we'll try to play well to come away with the three points, which will be very important for Flamengo," he added.