Two of Flamengo's key players are experiencing a period of anticipation even before Wednesday's derby against Botafogo. Juan and Roger, sent off in the 1-0 victory over Fluminense, will be tried by the Superior Court of Justice (STJD) and will be determined by the result. This Monday, the tone of apprehension and confidence was virtually the same.

"A trial is always worrying, but at the same time I hope to be cleared to play because I've never been a violent player. I was sent off because I received my second yellow card. I believe that will be taken into consideration," commented Juan.

"I didn't leave the field because I made a violent play. My career has been known for a long time and everyone knows that I've never been a disloyal player," Roger defended himself, who, already looking ahead to the derby, guaranteed that the team's good form will not turn into overconfidence.

"Here at Flamengo, when things are going badly, the pressure is greater than elsewhere, and when we're doing well, the praise is also exaggerated. We're aware that we're only sixteenth in the table. We have to keep playing well and winning, that's all, without euphoria."