After this afternoon's tactical training session at Gávea, defender Fábio Luciano said the Flamengo team is ready for the first decisive match of the Campeonato Carioca. According to the captain, regardless of Cuca's formation, as Everton Silva and Welinton are likely competing for Airton's spot, Flamengo will be strong for the final.

"There are three different formations, as there are three players with different characteristics. Airton had been playing as a third center-back, but he's a natural defensive midfielder who knows how to get into the game. With Everton Silva, we're winning offensively, as he's very good at running out wide. And Welinton is a center-back who doesn't get into the game much, but has very strong marking ability. We trained all three options this week, and there won't be any problems. I'm sure Cuca will choose the best option."

Gávea's number 3 expects a very close decision and asked for a lot of dedication and desire from the entire red-black team.

"We know it will be a tough match because Botafogo is a great team. We respect them a lot, but we're going after our goal. We have to go in focused, playing with a lot of heart and determination to win."