Flamengo Matchday Like a Local | Long Side Tickets & Guide

Star rating 5.00 (out of 5 stars, based on6 reviews) Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

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Languages: English, Portuguese 73 tours

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Included in the price

  • Match Ticket (Long Side Upper)

    Includes an official match ticket

  • Bilingual Local Guide

    Be guided by a passionate local who enhances your experience with insider knowledge

  • Pre-match Experience

    Join local fans before the match for an authentic pre-game experience

  • One Beer

    Enjoy a complimentary beer as part of your experience

  • Face-ID Registration

    Ensuring a seamless stadium entry process with mandatory Face ID for ticket holders.

What we will do in this experience

Hi, I’m Matheus, a lifelong Flamengo fan from Rio de Janeiro — and I’m here to take you on a truly unforgettable football journey!

If you’re looking for more than just watching a game, this is it. I’ll guide you through a full matchday experience at the legendary Maracanã Stadium, where you’ll feel the pulse of one of the most passionate fanbases in the world — the Nação Rubro-Negra.

We’ll meet before the game to soak in the pre-match atmosphere with local fans, chants, street food, and stories about the club’s rich history. Then, we head into the stadium to witness Flamengo in action — singing, jumping, and celebrating as if you were born in Rio.

Hi, I’m Matheus, a lifelong Flamengo fan from Rio de Janeiro — and I’m here to take you on a truly unforgettable football journey!

If you’re looking for more than just watching a game, this is it. I’ll guide you through a full matchday experience at the legendary Maracanã Stadium, where you’ll feel the pulse of one of the most passionate fanbases in the world — the Nação Rubro-Negra.

We’ll meet before the game to soak in the pre-match atmosphere with local fans, chants, street food, and stories about the club’s rich history. Then, we head into the stadium to witness Flamengo in action — singing, jumping, and celebrating as if you were born in Rio.

This isn’t just about football — it’s about belonging, emotion, and living the culture of Brazilian football from the inside. Whether it’s your first time at a match or you’re a football addict, I’ll make sure you feel at home.

New entry system at Maracanã in 2025

Maracanã now uses facial recognition only for entry. No tickets, no QR codes. Once you book, I’ll personally guide you through the simple registration process so you’re fully ready before gameday.

Meet Your Host

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Matheus verified

Host since 2025

  • location South America - Rio de Janeiro
  • tours 73 tours
  • languages English, Portuguese
Hi! I'm Matheus from Rio de Janeiro, and I've been crazy about Flamengo for 29 years. I’m excited to welcome you to the Maracanã and help you enjoy an unforgettable football experience. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a football lover, I’ll make sure you feel right at home.

Itinerary

  1. Welcome and Pre-experience

    5 to 7 days before the match, you’ll be added to a WhatsApp group where I’ll share all the essential details — including step-by-step help with the Face ID registration and everything you need to know for game day.

  2. Pre-Match Warm-Up Like a True Flamengo Fan

    On game day, we’ll kick things off at a traditional Flamengo fan bar, located just one block from Maracanã. This spot is a true gem — full of history, energy, and passionate locals. It’s the perfect place to get into the matchday spirit, chat with Flamengo supporters, learn some chants, and enjoy authentic Brazilian food and ice-cold drinks.

  3. Maracanã Entry

    We’ll head to the stadium 90 minutes before kickoff for a smooth, safe entry and to enjoy the electric pre-match atmosphere.Your ticket is for the Long Side, offering a great view of the pitch and a vibrant atmosphere surrounded by passionate fans.

  4. Post-Match Vibes

    After the final whistle, we’ll head back to the same bar to celebrate, chat about the match, and enjoy a final round of drinks together. The experience ends here, giving you the flexibility to head out whenever you’re ready.

Customer Reviews

Average rating of 5.00 / 5 based on 6 reviews.

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    Rosen Kolev

    Member since 2026

    5

    Matheus is a very pleasant, punctual and trustworthy guide. I highly recommend him for your next experience.

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    Fabien Mandigou

    Verified customer

    5

    We had a great time with Marçal our host! Very nice guy, very attentive, perfect service, a must in rio. You can trust Thank you again

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    Christine Farman

    Member since 2026

    5

    Matheus was an incredible host, from the initial information needed on how to complete the facial recognition process, to meeting instructions and then the actual game. He was knowledgeable and friendly throughout. The atmosphere in the walk up to the stadium was great, but inside it was truly amazing! What an experience! Highly recommend Matheus and his tour, and would do it again.

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    Stefan Friedrich

    Member since 2026

    5

    Our stadium tour at Flamengo was absolutely amazing—truly beautiful and incredibly impressive. A special thanks to our guide Matheus, who made the experience even more enjoyable with his knowledge and enthusiasm. The tour is highly recommended!

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    Florian Huber

    Member since 2025

    5

    Amazing experience in Rio de Janeiro! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized by Matheus. We met before the match for a beer in a local bar, which was the perfect way to get into the vibe. The host was super friendly and made the whole experience a highlight, while making us feel safe at all times. The atmosphere around CR Flamengo and inside the Maracanã Stadium was absolutely incredible. Would definitely recommend it and do it again!

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    Dina Westenholz-Smith

    Member since 2025

    5

    Matheus was a fantastic host. He has a long standing, deep passion for Flamengo and this came through in all his discussions ability the club, its players, the current dynamics in the league and history. He has a genuine interest in the guests he was hosting too - which made in a relaxing and fun evening. Matheus was very responsive to pre-game questions (especially important given the facial recognition ticketing system) and was at the meeting point early too. He picked a great meeting point that was close enough to the stadium while also easy to get to - and easy to get an Uber to get home from afterwards. He was very aware navigating the crowds with our group and I felt safe a comfortable throughout. He was proactive when offering context for anything that was happening, taking photos for us and making sure we had a great evening. We could not have asked for more. Thank you Matheus for making a great game experience for my son and me.

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