Rubro-Negro return to Maracanãzinho in classic clash against Fluminense

Chasing a fifth consecutive victory in the Women's Superliga and the league title, Sesc RJ Flamengo have a special homecoming planned with their supporters. On Thursday, November 12 at 9.00pm BRT, Bernardinho's side take on rivals Fluminense in their first fixture at Maracanãzinho this 2026/2027 season, with live coverage on SporTV 2, as they look to build on their impressive form. Tickets are on sale via Guichê Web platform and DJ Marlboro will entertain fans at the pre-match event from 7.30pm.

Unbeaten in sets, the Rubro-Negro have claimed 12 points and eye the top of the standings. Sesi Vôlei Bauru sit in first place with 15 points, though they have already played five matches. Fluminense hold seventh position with two defeats from three outings.

This will be the fourth meeting between the teams this season. The first took place in September when Sesc RJ Flamengo claimed a 3-1 victory over their rivals in the Copa SuperVôlei at Arena Niterói. Then in October, Tricolor prevailed by the same scoreline in the final round of the Campeonato Carioca at Tijuca. Three days later, Bernardinho's squad had their revenge, clinching the state title against the same opponents at Hebraica.

"A Fla-Flu is never just any other match. Their squad has changed significantly since last season, but they always bring plenty of energy against us. It's a classic where attention to the smallest details makes all the difference. And it's even more special to experience the Maracanãzinho atmosphere again, where I was recently with the Brazilian national team during a memorable period, with our South American Championship triumph and the Olympic qualification for Los Angeles 2028," said opposite Tainara.

The most decorated club in Superliga history with 12 titles, Sesc RJ Flamengo topped the podium in the 1997/1998 and 1999/2000 seasons (both in Curitiba), 2005/2006, 2006/2007, 2007/2008, 2008/2009, 2010/2011, 2012/2013, 2013/2014, 2014/2015, 2015/2016 and 2016/2017 (in Rio de Janeiro).

Media Accreditation

Journalists wishing to cover the match between Sesc RJ Flamengo and Fluminense must register via email at jonas@raipecomunicacao.com.br, providing full name, role, media outlet and ID number by 12.00pm on the day of the fixture.

Sesc RJ Flamengo squad for the 2026/2027 season

Setters: Giovana and Vívian

Opposites: Jaque Schmitz and Tainara

Outside hitters: Ariele, Karina, Mikaela and Simone Lee

Middle blockers: Bia Paranhos, Juju, Lorena and Minja Osmajić

Liberos: Laís and Victoria

Sesc RJ Flamengo matches in the first round of the Women's Superliga 2026/2027

October 19 - Sesc RJ Flamengo 3-0 Paulistano Barueri - Tijuca Gym

October 23 - Brasília Vôlei 0-3 Sesc RJ Flamengo - Brasília

October 31 - Sesc RJ Flamengo 3-0 Batavo Mackenzie - Tijuca Gym

November 6 - Sancor Londrina 0-3 Sesc RJ Flamengo - Londrina

November 12, 9.00pm BRT - Sesc RJ Flamengo v Fluminense - Maracanãzinho - SporTV2

November 17, 9.00pm BRT - Sesi Vôlei Bauru v Sesc RJ Flamengo - Bauru - SporTV2

November 23, 9.00pm BRT - Sesc RJ Flamengo v Osasco São Cristóvão Saúde - Maracanãzinho - SporTV2

December 3, 6.30pm BRT - Sesc RJ Flamengo v Pinheiros - Tijuca Gym - SporTV2

December 8, 9.00pm BRT - Gerdau Minas v Sesc RJ Flamengo - Belo Horizonte - SporTV2

December 14, 9.00pm BRT - Sesc RJ Flamengo v Dentil Praia Clube - Maracanãzinho - SporTV2

December 19, 6.30pm BRT - Abel Vôlei Brusque v Sesc RJ Flamengo - Brusque - GE TV