n 1956, Bonsucesso's fans almost shouted “Champions!” The Rubro-Anil team performed exceptionally well in the Torneio In...ício, eliminating Portuguesa, Vasco, and America. They reached the final against Fluminense, but the championship celebration was cut short. Fluminense defeated Bonsucesso and took the victory lap.
In the Campeonato Carioca, Bonsucesso achieved impressive results, drawing with Flamengo, defeating America, and thrashing Bangu.