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The atmosphere was HEATED already in the first half of the decisive Fluminense versus Vasco match this Sunday (14).

This match is worth a spot in the Copa do Brasil final against Corinthians.

After Vasco’s 2-1 victory in the first leg, Fluminense is currently winning 1-0.

A score that would guarantee yet another penalty shootout.

There was a spectacular save by Fábio, Thiago Silva frustrating Rayan, and the unfortunate play that led to the only goal of the match so far. 

If it weren’t for Fábio...

The first big chance of the game belonged to Vasco, with Andrés Gómez.

Thiago Silva versus Rayan

At 41 years old, the Fluminense defender was decisive in preventing the 19-year-old Brasileirão revelation from becoming the hero once again.

Tried to clear it, but...

After Vasco started off stronger, Fluminense balanced the play.

And as the minutes passed, they began to play better.

They took the lead after Canobbio’s persistence ended with Paulo Henrique scoring an own goal (36’). 

Vasco regained the upper hand before halftime thanks to attempts by Coutinho and later Rayan.

Which forced two more great saves from Fábio.

Nonato, the only Fluminense player on a yellow card, will not play in the first match of a possible final. 

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