Vasco edge Volta Redonda on penalties, reach Carioca semis | OneFootball

What was the score of the Vasco vs Volta Redonda game in the Carioca?

Vasco and Volta Redonda competed on Saturday night (14th) for a spot in the semifinals of the Campeonato Carioca. Playing at São Januário, the teams drew 1-1 in regular time, and the spot was decided by penalties. At that moment, the home team came out on top, winning 5-3.

With the victory, Vasco now awaits the winner of the match between Fluminense and Bangu. It's worth noting that in the semifinals, the teams face each other in home-and-away matches.

So far, Vasco and Madureira are the teams already qualified for the semifinals of the Carioca. Meanwhile, Volta Redonda and Boavista are in the Taça Rio, a tournament involving teams eliminated in the semis.

And what about Flamengo?

Flamengo takes the field this Sunday (15th) for the quarterfinals of the Campeonato Carioca. The match will be against Botafogo, at Nilton Santos Stadium, starting at 5:30 PM (Brasília time).

Are the quarterfinals a single match?

Yes! The quarterfinals are a single match. Additionally, it's important to note that there is no draw advantage for either team. Therefore, if the score is tied, the spot will be decided by penalties. The match will be held at Engenhão, since Botafogo had a better campaign than Flamengo in the first phase.

Where to watch the Flamengo vs Botafogo game?

Rede Globo, on free-to-air TV, and Premiere, on pay-per-view, will broadcast the clash between Flamengo and Botafogo for the quarterfinals of the Carioca. However, Coluna do Fla will also be present at Nilton Santos Stadium for live coverage of the Rio classic.

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