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Vasco is working to host the match against Boca Juniors at São Januário and is counting on operational support from FERJ in talks with security agencies to meet the visiting fans’ requirements.

RTI Esporte Agency has learned that the main discussion at the moment involves expanding the space allocated to Argentine supporters. The goal is to reach the four thousand seats established by Conmebol as the minimum benchmark for away fans.

Currently, São Januário has just over two thousand seats designated for visiting supporters. The number therefore needs to almost double for the stadium to meet the expected demand and move forward in the process of being adapted to host the match.

Barrier between the fan sections under review

One of the alternatives being considered is reducing the barrier that separates Vasco’s supporters from the opposing fans. The measure would make it possible to expand the away section without requiring major changes to the structure of São Januário Stadium.

The solution, however, still depends on technical evaluation and authorization from the agencies responsible for security. The talks involve the Military Police, the Fire Department, and other authorities involved in defining the logistics for higher-risk matches.

FERJ is taking part in the discussions to help Vasco build a temporary solution that meets safety requirements while preserving the characteristics of São Januário.

Conmebol requires adjustments

Expanding the away section is one of the issues that must be resolved for the stadium to host the clash against Boca Juniors within the parameters established by the Brazilian Football Confederation (Conmebol).

The club intends to move forward with the next steps without compromising fan safety. For that reason, any change to the division of the stands must be reviewed by the competent authorities before being put into practice.

The goal is not only to expand the away section. The operation must keep the fan groups separated and ensure entry, exit, and circulation flows consistent with the level of security required for an international match.

The decision still depends on the authorities

The discussions are ongoing, and there is currently no final decision on the stadium’s configuration. Reducing the barrier is one option under consideration, but authorization will depend on the opinions of the agencies involved.

Vasco is keeping São Januário as an option to host Boca Juniors and is working to overcome the current limitation of the away section. FERJ’s involvement is intended to facilitate dialogue between the club and the authorities responsible for the operation.

If the expansion is approved, the stadium could come close to the figure of four thousand seats allocated to the opposing supporters. Until the security agencies complete their analyses, however, the situation remains under negotiation.

The decision will be important for Vasco, which is seeking to keep the match at São Januário and avoid a transfer. The club is awaiting progress in the talks to find out whether the solution will meet Conmebol’s safety requirements.

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