After the great victory against Corinthians, Flamengo returned this Tuesday morning (29), at Ninho do Urubu, and began preparations for their debut in the Copa do Brasil against Botafogo-PB. The first leg of the Third Phase of the tournament will be played on Thursday (1), at 20 pm, at Castelão (MA). 

Athletes Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araújo were honored for their 300th and 100th appearances, respectively, by wearing the Sacred Mantle. They received a jersey with their match numbers from football director José Boto. Full details will be available later on FLAPRESS, on Flamengo TV.

The squad returns to training this Wednesday (30) and, after the activity, travels to São Luís, in Maranhão. This is the beginning of Mengão's journey in search of the sixth championship of the most democratic competition in Brazil.