Fluminense lose first refusal rights for final vs Flamengo, here’s why | OneFootball

Ticket sales for the final between Fluminense and Flamengo will start simultaneously for both fan bases this Wednesday (4). This measure is due to a change in the regulations made by the Rio de Janeiro State Football Federation (FERJ). The information was initially reported by journalist Pedro Brandão, from Lance!.

Although Fluminense is the host of the decision for having performed better in the Taça Guanabara, this does not guarantee exclusive priority in the opening of sales, as was previously the case.

What changed in the regulations?

Until last season, the final was played over two legs, home and away. The better-ranked team chose to host either the first or second match. In practice, each club had its "home game" and organized ticket sales according to its criteria, respecting the 50% division for each fan base, but with greater control over priorities, such as membership programs.

Now, the decision is made in a single match at the Maracanã, as determined by the current regulations.

The text establishes that:

• There is no sporting advantage for either finalist

• The hosting is only for fulfilling legal and administrative obligations

• The ticket allocation must be divided 50% for each club

In other words, even exercising the hosting rights, Fluminense will be responsible for the game's operation and will have priority in choosing the uniform and the bench, but will not have any additional sporting or commercial benefits.

The change aims to prevent structural advantage for the host in a final decided in a single confrontation.

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