Vasco and Fluminense set the stage for Copa do Brasil semi-finals | OneFootball

The saga about where Vasco da Gama would play their semifinal match of the Copa do Brasil has come to an end. According to the channel NT Vascaínos, it is confirmed that both matches against Fluminense, both the first leg and the return leg, will be played at Maracanã.

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Vasco honors agreement and ensures divided crowd

With the decision, Vasco fulfills the previously made agreement with the boards of Fluminense and Flamengo. The pact establishes that all classics between the three clubs must be held at Maracanã.

The main advantage of maintaining the agreement is the guarantee that the crowd will be equally divided (50/50) in both games. The Gigante da Colina will have the right to half of the stadium in their home game, and Fluminense will have the same right in the return match.

Promise of another Vasco fan show at Maraca – Photo: Matheus Lima

End of speculation about São Januário

The confirmation ends the speculation that Vasco would try to take the first match to São Januário. The board chose to honor the agreement with the rivals, ensuring the reciprocity of the divided crowd, which is considered crucial for the 180-minute decision.

Nuno Moreira celebrates his goal in front of the Vasco crowd – Photo: Matheus Lima

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