Fluminense secured an important 2-1 victory over Flamengo in a new edition of the Rio de Janeiro derby at the Maracana Stadium for Matchday 34 of the 2025 Brasileirao Serie A.
Flamengo entered the match as the better side, sitting first in the league table. However, context often plays no role in derbies, as these are special contests, and Fluminense proved that on the field.
During the first half, Fluminense took the initiative, dominating play and stifling their rivals. Their aggressive play was rewarded in the 24th minute with a spectacular goal from Luciano Acosta that put their team ahead.
Zubeldía’s team capitalized on the momentum the goal created, and following a major error by Agustin Rossi, Kevin Serna seized the opportunity to double the lead before halftime.
In the second half, Flamengo tried everything to equalize the game but Fluminense did a great defensive job to avoid that. With five minutes left, Flamengo were awarded a penalty that Jorginho converted for a goal, which only served to close the gap on the scoreboard.
With this triumph, Fluminense climbed to sixth place, putting them firmly within the qualification spots for the Copa Libertadores playoffs. Flamengo, meanwhile, squandered a golden chance to extend their lead over Palmeiras, who have now closed the gap and sit just two points behind the leaders.
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END OF THE GAME! (2-1)
Fluminense secured a crucial 2-1 win over Flamengo at Maracana Stadium!
90'+2- Yellow card for Fluminense (2-1)
Samuel Xavier received a yellow card.
90'+1- Yellow card for Flamengo (2-1)
Ayrton Lucas received a yellow card.
88'- Changes for Fluminense (2-1)
Kevin Serna and Hercules left the field to make way for Facundo Bernal and Ignacio.
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84'- GOAAAAL FOR FLAMENGO!! (2-1)
Jorginho pulls one back for Flamengo on a penalty!
Following a defensive error by Flamengo, Martinelli had a chance to score the first goal of the match, but his shot went wildly off target.
17'- First yellow card of the game (0-0)
Saul Ñiguez from Flamengo received the first yellow card of the game after fouling Hercules.
10'- Carrascal with Flamengo's first chance! (0-0)
The Colombian midfielder tried from outside the box but Fabio saved it without any trouble.
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4'- Fluminense miss a huge chance! (0-0)
Canobbio had the first chance of the match, but his shot sailed just wide of Rossi's post!
GAME ON!
The derby at Maracana Stadium is underway!
Ganso is back in Fluminense!
After almost three months without playing due to injury, Paulo Henrique Ganso is back with the team and will start in the bench for Fluminense tonight!
The derby between Fluminense and Flamengo was first contested in 1912 and concluded with a 3-2 victory for Fluminense. Since then, they have faced each other in 456 matches, with Flamengo securing 167 victories, 147 ending in draws, and Fluminense claiming 142 triumphs.
Flamengo's lineup confirmed!
Agustin Rossi; Emerson Royal, Joao Victor, Leo Pereira, Ayrton Lucas; Erick Pulgar, Saul Ñiguez; Luiz Araujo, Jorge Carrascal, Samuel Lino; Bruno Henrique.
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