Missing yesterday's match against São Paulo, striker Emerson is confirmed in the starting lineup for the next Brazilian Championship match, Wednesday, against Palmeiras in Rio de Janeiro. For the Gávea number 11, the red-and-black team's upcoming matches at Maracanã, against Palmeiras, Botafogo, and Barueri, will be crucial for Flamengo's return to the top four.

"Wednesday's game will be another close match, as all Brazilian Championship matches are. We have three home games in a row, and we have to aim for three wins. These games are our chance to return to the top four. Three good results could put us in a very good position in the standings. I'm very optimistic and am aiming for three wins. We'll face three great teams: Palmeiras, Botafogo, and Barueri, but Flamengo is also a big team. We'll fight hard in these three games."