Famous Flamengo fan, "Chapolin" is hospitalized and is in the CTI

Fernando Souza, considered a symbolic fan of Flamengo, under the character "Chapolin Rubro-Negro", is admitted to an ICU (Intensive Therapy Center) in Rio de Janeiro.

He underwent a tomography that made the medical team suspect an insulin decompensation — the phenomenon occurs when glucose levels are outside the limit considered normal. Fernando must undergo new tests on Tuesday (8).

The fan was present at Flamengo's last home game, on Wednesday (2), when the Rio club beat Corinthians 1-0 at Maracanã, in a game valid for the Copa do Brasil .

Fernando gained fame in recent years by taking signs to the team's games. "Today there's a goal from Gabigol" is one of the best-known phrases that have been printed by him, who often receives the team's new reinforcements at the airport. Fernando Souza, considered a symbolic fan of Flamengo under the character "Chapolin Rubro-Negro", is admitted to an ICU (Intensive Therapy Center) in Rio de Janeiro.

The fan's official profile announced the hospitalization. He has been stable, but in intensive care since last Sunday (6).Chapolin has "chorea" on the right side of his body. The condition generates involuntary and irregular movements in different regions of the patient.