Fluminense Falls Short, Draws 0-0 with Flamengo in Carioca championship Final
MARACANA, Brazil (AP) — Fluminense’s hopes for the Carioca Championship title were dashed Sunday after a 0-0 draw against Flamengo at the Maracanã. The stalemate followed a 2-1 loss to Flamengo in the first leg, also held at the iconic stadium, securing Flamengo’s victory.
Mano Menezes Looks Ahead to campeonato Brasileiro
Fluminense, coached by Mano menezes, will now focus on the Campeonato Brasileiro, where they are scheduled to face Fortaleza on March 29. The match is set to take place at 6:30 p.m. local time at the Castelão stadium in Fortaleza, Ceará.
First Half Action: Fluminense Seeks Early Advantage
Fluminense attempted to seize an early lead in the first half, with Lima’s free-kick in the 6th minute forcing a save from the Flamengo goalkeeper. Lima threatened again in the 18th minute with a cross into the box, which was cleared by the defense. Renê followed up with a strong shot from outside the area, but the goalkeeper made another save.
The remainder of the first half became increasingly physical, with Flamengo frequently disrupting Fluminense’s attacks with fouls.
Second Half Push: Near Misses for fluminense
In the second half, Fluminense intensified their efforts, focusing on attacks down the wings. Hércules and Riquelme both managed to penetrate the Flamengo defense, but their efforts were thwarted. In the 61st minute, Renê crossed the ball into the area, finding Germán Cano, whose glancing header went wide. Arias then tried his luck from outside the box, sending his shot over the bar.
Keno created a chance in the 78th minute, driving into the box and shooting towards goal, but a deflection off a defender sent the ball wide. Keno again threatened in the 88th minute with a powerful shot from the edge of the area, forcing a save from the goalkeeper.
Match Details: Carioca Championship Final (Return Leg)
Date: March 16, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM (Local)
Location: Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Teams and Starting Lineups
Fluminense (0): Fábio; Samuel Xavier, Ignácio, Thiago Silva, Renê; Martinelli (Serna), Otávio (Hércules), Lima (Riquelme); Jhon Arias, Canobbio (Keno), Germán Cano (Everaldo). Coach: Mano Menezes.
Flamengo (0): Rossi; Wesley, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Erick Pulgar, De la Cruz, Arrascaeta; Gerson (Juninho), Luiz Araújo, Plata.
Discipline: Yellow Cards issued
Yellow Cards: Thiago Silva, Otávio, Lima, Canobbio, Riquelme, Ignácio (FLU); Arrascaeta, Luiz Araújo (FLA)
Match Officials
Referee: Bruno Arleu de Araújo
Assistants: Rodrigo Figueiredo Henrique Correa, Daniel de Oliveira Alves Pereira
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fluminense Falls Short, Draws 0-0 with Flamengo in Carioca Championship Final: Q&A
Q: What happened in the Carioca Championship final?
A: Fluminense drew 0-0 with Flamengo in the second leg, but lost the championship due to a 2-1 defeat in the first leg.
Q: Where and when did the final take place?
A: The second leg was at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, brazil, on March 16, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time.
Q: Who are the coaches and what are the next steps for Fluminense?
A: Fluminense is coached by Mano Menezes. They will now focus on the Campeonato Brasileiro, starting with a match against Fortaleza on March 29th.
Q: How did Fluminense perform in the first half?
A: Fluminense started aggressively,with early attempts by Lima and Renê. However, Flamengo’s defense, frequently resorting to fouls, disrupted their flow.
Q: What happened in the second half?
A: Fluminense intensified their attacks, but their efforts were thwarted by near misses and saves by Flamengo’s goalkeeper. Keno had two key opportunities late in the game.
Q: Who were the key players for Fluminense and Flamengo?
A: For Fluminense: Fábio, renê, Germán Cano, and Keno. For Flamengo: Rossi,Arrascaeta.
Q: What were the starting lineups?
A:
- Fluminense: Fábio; Samuel Xavier, Ignácio, Thiago Silva, Renê; Martinelli, Otávio, Lima; Jhon Arias, Canobbio, Germán Cano.
- Flamengo: Rossi; Wesley, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Erick Pulgar, De la Cruz, Arrascaeta; Gerson, Luiz Araújo, Plata.
Q: What was the disciplinary action during the match?
A:
- Yellow Cards (Fluminense): Thiago Silva, Otávio, Lima, Canobbio, Riquelme, Ignácio.
- Yellow Cards (Flamengo): Arrascaeta, Luiz Araújo.
Q: Who were the match officials?
A: The referee was Bruno Arleu de Araújo, assisted by Rodrigo Figueiredo Henrique Correa and daniel de Oliveira Alves Pereira.
Q: What can Fluminense fans expect next?
A: Fans can look forward to Fluminense’s performance in the Campeonato Brasileiro, hoping for a better outcome.
Did you know? The Maracanã is one of the largest stadiums in the world and has hosted two FIFA World Cup finals.
Despite the loss, Fluminense’s focus shifts to the Campeonato Brasileiro.let’s see what Mano Menezes can do to bring home a victory.
