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Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, universally known as Flamengo, is a Brazilian multi-sport club but is globally renowned for its football team, one of the most popular and successful in the world. Founded on November 17, 1895, in Rio de Janeiro as a rowing club, the football department was established in 1911. The club's iconic red-and-black horizontal stripes were inspired by a rejected proposal for a rowing uniform, which the football team adopted, creating a legendary identity. Flamengo's home is the colossal Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, a venue synonymous with Brazilian football history. The club's achievements are monumental, including a record 8 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A titles, 4 Copa do Brasil trophies, and a record 37 Campeonato Carioca (Rio State) championships. On the continental stage, they have won the Copa Libertadores three times (1981, 2019, 2022), with the 1981 victory leading to their Intercontinental Cup triumph, where they defeated Liverpool 3-0, cementing their global status. The club's identity is built on a passionate, attacking style of play, often referred to as "Fla-Flu" flair when at its best. This philosophy has been embodied by legendary players like Zico, the "White Pelé," who is the club's all-time top scorer and idol. Other icons include Romário, Bebeto, Junior, and more recently, Gabigol, whose dramatic late goals defined their 2019 and 2022 Libertadores wins. Flamengo's fan base, known as the "Nação Rubro-Negra" (Red-and-Black Nation), is the largest in Brazil, with tens of millions of supporters. Their fervent support creates an intimidating atmosphere, especially in the Maracanã. The club's most intense rivalry is the "Fla-Flu" against Fluminense, one of the world's great derbies. They also share a fierce rivalry with Vasco da Gama. Currently, Flamengo remains a dominant force in Brazilian football, consistently challenging for all domestic and continental titles. An interesting fact is that the club's official anthem, "Uma Vez Flamengo, Sempre Flamengo," is one of the most recognized in world football, perfectly capturing the eternal devotion of its nation.