Flamengo has set the opponents it will face during the preseason in Portugal, scheduled for the World Cup break. The red-and-black club will play friendlies against River Plate from Argentina on July 3, Lausanne from Switzerland on July 8, and Benfica from Portugal on July 11. The matches will take place at the Estádio Algarve, a venue chosen for the team's preparation. The schedule was finalized after completing the contractual arrangements, with the match against Benfica being the last to be confirmed due to calendar adjustments. This match will be for the Algarve Trophy, a traditional friendly tournament in the region. Flamengo's delegation will depart for Portugal on June 28 and will stay at the Cascade Wellness Resort, where they will conduct initial training. After this phase, the team will move to Estoi, where they will continue their preparation. The return to Brazil is scheduled for July 12, after the completion of the friendlies in Portugal. Players called up for their national teams may not fully participate in the preseason, receiving time off before rejoining the club.