 He scored his third goal for Flamengo on 4 February 2009, in a free kick, against Mesquita.After the retirement of Fábio Luciano, in May 2009, Bruno became team captain.On 12 July 2009, Bruno completed, against São Paulo, his 100th match for Flamengo in the Brazilian Série A, the game finished in a 2–2 draw.