The rehearsal pleased coach Ney Franco. The focus on the final was returned to the team. The fans promise to support and be the majority in the stadium. These reasons are enough to fill Flamengo with confidence to fight for the state title, which would be the 29th in its history.\ In the final rehearsal for the final, Ney Franco fielded a team with changes in all three sectors. In defense, Ronaldo Angelim replaced Moisés. In midfield, Jaílton replaced Claiton, and Roni came on alongside Souza. The formation, in fact, is very similar to the one that thrashed Madureira 4-1 in the Taça Guanabara final, with the exception of Jaílton, who didn't start in that match.\ - I made choices that reflect the characteristics I expect from this game. We'll use two professional strikers, Roni and Souza, in addition to returning Renato Augusto to midfield," explained Ney Franco. The coach spoke of Botafogo's much-talked-about favoritism. "I see Flamengo as deserving of a title fight. We deservedly won the Guanabara Cup, and Botafogo deservedly won the Rio Cup. Nothing more than that. What I saw in training was a group aware of the importance of the match they're about to play. Everyone is mobilized and knows what it means to add another trophy to Flamengo's haul," said the coach. Midfielder Renato, who, according to Ney Franco, will be the team captain and responsible for lifting the State Cup if they win, also said he doesn't see Botafogo as the favorite. "They're two big, strong teams. The responsibility is shared, and so are the chances. I hope Flamengo puts on a great performance. We're prepared for it. Flamengo has a strong, experienced, and united team, capable of winning this title."