Flamengo defeated Corinthians on Sunday. The deciding goal arrived late at the Maracanã. That result, from round 27, put the home side back on top of the Brazilian Serie A standings. Both teams confirmed their starting teams before kickoff. The match was covered live from the stadium.
Corinthians' marketing and sponsorship work attracted plenty of attention throughout the day. BBC provided stats and head-to-head information for the contest. Betting sites provided tips and odds. In the end, the decisive strike decided the clash.