The Brazilian club is the only representative outside of the European continent in the Bola de Ouro competition, alongside European powers Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, and Bayern de Munique. This is the first time Flamengo has been nominated for the prestigious award, which is considered a significant recognition of the club's recent performances in national and continental competitions.
Flamengo's technical committee and players have reacted positively to the nomination, with coach Leonardo Jardim highlighting the global level of the achievement. "Estar no grupo dos melhores e ser selecionado para o Bola de Ouro de clubes é um prêmio com muito impacto no mundo do futebol," he said. The club's director of football, José Boto, also emphasized the importance of the nomination, citing the legacy of the club's work under the current management.
The Bola de Ouro award ceremony will take place on October 26 in London, where the winner of the best male club award will be announced.