Ferj appoints referee for crucial Fluminense v Vasco derby

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·27 February 2026

Ferj appoints referee for crucial Fluminense v Vasco derby

The Rio de Janeiro State Football Federation (Ferj) has confirmed the refereeing team for the second leg of the semifinal between Fluminense and Vasco, which will take place this Sunday (1st) at 6:00 PM. The main referee assigned is Wagner do Nascimento Magalhães, assisted by Daniel de Oliveira Alves Pereira and Gustavo Mota Correia. The VAR will be operated by Rodrigo Carvalhães de Miranda.

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After winning the first leg 1-0, with a goal by Kevin Serna, Fluminense goes into the match with the advantage of being able to play for a draw to secure qualification. A Vasco win by one goal would take the decision to a penalty shootout.

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