Fluminense FC

Founded on July 21, 1902, by Oscar Cox, a Brazilian of British descent, Fluminense Football Club is one of the oldest and most revered sports institutions in Rio de Janeiro and all of Brazil. Its name, derived from the Latin "flūmen" (river), refers to those born in the state of Rio de Janeiro. The "Tricolor Carioca," as it is popularly known for its emblematic garnet, green, and white colors, has forged a history full of successes and memorable moments.

Although it owns the historic Estádio das Laranjeiras, the birthplace of Brazilian football, Fluminense plays its most attended matches at the mythical Maracanã Stadium, sharing the management of this colossus with its fierce rival, Flamengo. Fluminense's honors include four Campeonato Brasileiro Série A titles (1970, 1984, 2010, 2012), one Copa do Brasil (2007), and 33 Campeonato Cariocas. Its greatest international achievement came in 2023 with the conquest of the Copa Libertadores, followed by the Recopa Sudamericana in 2024, consolidating its status as a continental giant.

The club is also recognized for its prolific Xerém youth academy, which has nurtured both its own team and national squads and European clubs with elite players. The passion of its fanbase, known as "Pó de Arroz" (Rice Powder) in its early days and today simply as the Tricolor supporters, is a fundamental pillar of the club, creating an incomparable atmosphere at every match. The "Fla-Flu," the derby against Flamengo, is considered one of the most important and exciting derbies in the world, paralyzing the city and attracting global attention.