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Flamengo and Botafogo face off in a single match, for the quarterfinals of the Campeonato Carioca

The Flamengo will face Botafogo in the quarterfinals of the Campeonato Carioca 2026, in a single match. Before the clash against the Most Beloved, the team from General Severiano was defeated by Vasco 2-0, at the end of the first phase.

Still in the first half, Botafogo had a player sent off. Alexandre received two yellow cards and left early. He will be absent against Flamengo. At the start of the second half, Vasco opened the scoring with a goal from Brenner, four minutes in.

At 18 minutes, Vasco had a penalty in their favor. Philippe Coutinho took the shot and increased the score for the São Januário team. The hosts tried to extend the result, but the classic ended 2-0.

WHEN IS FLAMENGO VS BOTAFOGO?

Thus, Flamengo faces Botafogo at the Nilton Santos Stadium. However, the date and time are yet to be defined by the Football Federation of the State of Rio de Janeiro (FERJ). The winner advances to the semifinals. However, the loser will compete in the Copa Rio with the other teams eliminated from the quarterfinals.

AND THE OTHER MATCHES?

Thus, the quarterfinals of the Campeonato Carioca are set. In Group A, Fluminense hosts Bangu, while Vasco and Volta Redonda face off in the second match. Finally, Botafogo and Flamengo, and Madureira and Boavista will battle in Group B.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

However, before thinking about Botafogo, Flamengo has a commitment in the Brazilian Championship. This is because the red-black team faces Vitória this Tuesday (10th), at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Barradão, for the third round.

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