The first Fla-Flu of the year is coming! This Saturday morning (5), at Ninho do Urubu, Mengão finalized preparations for the classic against Fluminense, which will be held tomorrow (6), at 16 pm, at Nilton Santos Stadium. The clash is valid for the fourth round of the Campeonato Carioca.

Coach Paulo Sousa led the final training session at the training center. Beforehand, the players completed some training in the gym. The club's manager will be counting on the return of right-back Isla and midfielder Arrascaeta, who were on international duty.

With almost the entire squad available, Mais Querido is seeking its third victory in the competition. Currently, the team sits in second place with seven points.

History of Fla-Flu
Flamengo and Fluminense have faced each other 435 times, with Flamengo having the upper hand. Flamengo has won 159 times, drawn 140, and lost 136. It's worth noting that the two teams have reached the finals of the last two Carioca Championships, with Flamengo winning both.

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