Already qualified for the Carioca Championship final, Flamengo awaits the winner of the match between Fluminense and Botafogo to find out who they will face in the grand final. Midfielder Renato Augusto praises both teams and makes a point of saying that Flamengo has no preference in facing either of the two opponents.

"It doesn't matter to our team. We're already in the final of the Campeonato Carioca and now we just have to wait for our opponent. They are two great teams that had a great championship. We're going to work hard these days to be prepared for the final."

Flamengo will only return to the field on the 23rd, to face Coronel Bolognesi in a Copa Libertadores match. For the number 10, these days of rest will be important for the squad to recover their energy.

"We've had a long run of important games and travel. This time off will be important for physical and mental recovery."