Last year's struggle to win away from home is a chapter every Flamengo fan hopes to turn. After a goalless draw against Grêmio, their only away match so far in this year's Brazilian Championship, Flamengo will face Ipatinga tomorrow in the Minas Gerais city, struggling to navigate a new reality. For striker Souza, the team needs a new approach away from home this year.

"It's a new life. We need to put an end to this story of not performing so well away from home. We're league leaders, and if we want to fight for the title, we have to win at our opponent's home ground too," Souza warned, unconcerned about the criticism for not scoring against São Paulo. "I've played five games and scored three goals in the championship. The pressure is normal, I'm used to it. It makes me even more motivated."

The number 9's argument was reinforced by captain Fabio Luciano. For the defender, points earned away from home are the key differentiator in the Brazilian league.

"Any team that wants to advance in the Brazilian Championship needs to win away from home. That's what we'll be looking for in every match," he stated.

The players participated in a recreational training session, which also included coach Caio Júnior. After the activity, the delegation headed to Santos Dumont Airport. Departure for Ipatinga is scheduled for 14:30 PM.