With Flamengo coming off a good run in the Brazilian Championship (they have only lost to São Paulo in their last nine matches), supporter Kleberson is hoping for another good result on Saturday, against Náutico, to continue the run towards the sixth Brazilian title in the club's history.

"If we want to stay in the fight for the Brasileirão title, we have to play a good game in Recife. There are eleven decisive games now. It's time to give it all we've got. We're focused and approaching this match with all the seriousness possible. Flamengo needs a win to maintain the good momentum we're enjoying in the Brazilian Championship."

For Kleberson, Saturday's match will be fiercely contested due to the tight marking Náutico exerts on their opponents at Aflitos. The number 15 believes that set pieces can decide the game.

"They talk a lot about Aflitos' pitch, but we're prepared. It will be a tight and difficult game. Against Palmeiras, Náutico made their job very difficult with their tight marking in midfield. It will be very difficult to carry the ball. Besides marking well, they commit a lot of fouls, which makes it even more difficult. We have to create and take advantage of opportunities. Set pieces can be decisive in the match. We worked well during the week and we have to put that into practice."

Kleberson highly praised the entry of Toró, who will replace Everton, who is ruled out by the medical department.

"Toró is a very good player. He's very strong. He marks very well and knows how to get out of the game. He's going to make my job and Ibson's job much easier."