Flamengo fan groups could face new sanctions after brawls at Corinthians match | OneFootball

Flamengo’s organised fan groups, Jovem Fla and Raça Rubro-Negra, could face further sanctions after widespread fighting around the Maracanã following the 2-1 win over Corinthians on Sunday. The Rio Public Prosecutor’s Office and the Military Police’s stadium unit, BEPE, are examining the incidents.

According to Coluna Do Fla, the authorities have asked the stadium for facial recognition footage to identify those involved. The rival groups clashed both before and after the match.

Flamengo dominated the first half with 67% possession and 18 attempts, while Corinthians failed to register a shot in the opening 45 minutes. Despite the pressure, the breakthrough did not come, with Pedro failing to convert the best chance with his chest.

Two minutes after the restart Lucas Paquetá put Flamengo ahead. Corinthians levelled through Gui Negão, but Bruno Henrique settled it in stoppage time with a header from a Freitas cross.

Prosecutors and BEPE plan to confirm identities through CPF numbers, aiming to pursue individual cases rather than blanket measures.

If precise identification proves impossible, a collective punishment for Jovem Fla and Raça Rubro-Negra is seen as likely. The joint action marks a departure from previous cases, when clashes often led to sanctions affecting entire groups, including those absent.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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