Flamengo Basketball Set for Rio Championship Showdown with Fluminense

Flamengo Basketball learned its opponent for the Carioca Championship final on Wednesday (30). Fluminense advanced to the decider after defeating Botafogo 84-74 at Laranjeiras, securing the second spot in the decisive clash. The Rio derby will take place on October 15 at Tijuca Tennis Club, with kickoff time to be confirmed.

The Rubro-Negro arrives at the final undefeated in the 2026/27 season. Coach Demétrius Ferracciú's squad has won all four matches played so far. In the Carioca tournament, Flamengo opened with a dominant 97-74 victory over Fluminense at Tijuca, then edged past Botafogo 97-77 at General Severiano, securing a spot in the final before the tournament concluded.

Flamengo subsequently traveled to Uruguay and maintained their winning streak in two key international tuneups. In Montevidéu, the Rubro-Negro claimed a 75-72 comeback triumph against Peñarol before edging Biguá 92-77, wrapping up their stint in the country with two consecutive wins.

Before the state final, Flamengo faces further commitments. Between October 6-10, the team competes in the NBB Opening Tournament in Minas Gerais. Thereafter, all focus turns to the Fla-Flu title clash. Brazil's most decorated state champion, Flamengo pursues its 50th Rio title and 19th straight crown.