Fluminense Signs Veteran Midfielder Driely as Brasileirão Feminino Sub-20 Approaches

Fluminense has secured the signing of experienced midfielder Driely, who has committed to the club until the end of 2026. The 35-year-old recently passed her medical exams and has started training under coach Saulo Silva at CEFAN. Expressing enthusiasm about her new chapter, Driely stated, "I am very happy and honored to wear this important jersey in women's football. I arrive very motivated to work, evolve every day, and contribute with dedication, experience, and commitment. I want to help the team grow, compete at a high level, and pursue victories alongside the club."

Born in Formosa-GO, Driely has had a decade-long career spanning notable Brazilian clubs such as São Paulo, Botafogo, and Flamengo. Among her achievements are winning the Brasileiro A2 title in 2019 with São Paulo and securing three Campeonato Carioca championships — two with Botafogo (2020 and 2022) and one with Flamengo (2025).

Meanwhile, the Confederação Brasileira de Futebol (CBF) has announced the schedule for the fifth edition of the Brasileirão Feminino Sub-20, which kicks off on March 7. The tournament involves 24 teams divided into six groups of four, competing in 86 matches that will be broadcast live on CBF TV’s YouTube channel. The group winners and the two best runner-up teams will move on to the knockout rounds, featuring home-and-away quarter-finals, semi-finals, and finals.

These developments underscore a growing momentum in Brazilian women’s football, combining the infusion of experienced talent at top clubs like Fluminense with expanding youth competitions that foster the next generation of players. As Driely strengthens Fluminense’s midfield, young athletes prepare for an exciting national showcase starting next month, illustrating the dynamic progress of the women's game in Brazil.