Flamengo Launches Anti-Racism Initiative at Maracanã Match
On March 19, Flamengo faced Remo at the Maracanã Stadium. Before kickoff, players and spectators crossed their arms in an “X” gesture.
The gesture follows FIFA’s protocol for incidents of racial abuse. Right-back Emerson Royal, a starter, asked fans to repeat the sign in the stands.
Zico’s appeal
Zico recorded a video during the week to call supporters to participate. He urged the fanbase to join the club in the on-field action.
In the message, Zico framed racial equality as central to Flamengo’s identity. He mentioned the club’s aim for recognition as a symbolic-cultural nation at the United Nations.
Zico also noted Flamengo joined the UN’s Football for SDGs program. The appeal asked fans to help give visibility to the equality agenda.
Club policy and campaign
Flamengo states that combating racism is more than an institutional stance. The club says the policy is written into its statutes.
The move was part of Flamengo’s broader anti-racism initiative at the Maracanã match. Organizers described the March 19 action as a significant visibility campaign.
Match atmosphere
Supporters produced a mosaic and mirrored the players’ gesture, creating visible unity in the stands. The scene drew wide media attention.
Filmogaz.com tracked the developments and provided timely updates. Coverage highlighted both the on-field action and the club’s public stance.
The initiative underscored Flamengo’s public position against racism in football. Follow Filmogaz.com for further reports and developments.
