Midfielder Kleberson was one of coach Cuca's surprises in the semifinal against Fluminense. The five-time World Cup winner, number 15, was a lion on the field and ended up being one of the standout performers in the 1-0 victory, which qualified Flamengo for the Taça Rio final against Botafogo.

Knowing the good moment the team is experiencing, Kleberson said that motivation will be essential for Flamengo to maintain the good phase it is going through.

"Now is the time to grow. We have to motivate ourselves even more. What's changed is our trust in each other. We know our squad is good and we have everything we need to win the title."

The number 15 stated that the free week will be important for the red-black team to study Botafogo's main weapons.

"It's all or nothing for us, and they're the ones who come out on top. Let's see what Botafogo's key plays and players are to neutralize them. We'll have the whole week to study their main weapons. It's a decision, and we're going in to win the game."