Flamengo is a popular Brazilian sports club based in Rio de Janeiro, founded in 1895. It is best known for its professional football team, which competes in the top tier of Brazilian football, the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. The club's colors are red and black, and its mascot is a red-and-black rooster named Urubu. In addition to football, Flamengo has teams in various other sports, including basketball and volleyball. The club's home matches are played at the iconic Maracanã Stadium, one of the largest stadiums in the world. Flamengo has a large and passionate fan base, making it one of the most successful and recognized clubs in Brazil.