Photo: Thiago Mendes/Porthix

On Saturday afternoon (20/05), Gávea was the stage for a clash between Flamengo and Vasco for the 9th round of the Guanabara Cup U-20. The match was decided in the first 45 minutes and the Mais Querido lost to their rival 2-0. With the result, Rubro-Negro remains in third place, with 14 points.

The Garotos do Ninho return to the field next Wednesday (24/05), against Botafogo, for the remainder of the 6th round of the competition. The 10th round game is next Sunday, May 28, against Audax Rio.

The game

Flamengo started the game with a strong tempo, pinning Vasco back in their own half and looking for shots. Flamengo held off the red-and-black attacks and managed to counterattack in the 11th minute. Dyogo Alves made a fine save on a shot from outside the box, but Vasco opened the scoring from a corner kick. With the advantage, Flamengo controlled the game, closing down the midfield and overpowering the red-and-black players. In the 38th minute, Dyogo once again saved a good chance for Vasco, but on the rebound, Vasco extended their lead with a shot from outside the box. Before halftime, Petterson was sent off.

In the second half, Vasco capitalized on their numerical superiority and controlled the game, building from the back and forcing few chances. Flamengo pushed for the game but struggled against Vasco's control in midfield. Coach Mario Jorge made changes to the team, bringing on Rayan for Igor Jesus. In the 26th minute, Werton broke free on the right and crossed, but Vasco's defense cleared it for a corner. The number 8 was eventually replaced late on by Pedrinho. Adriel came on for Caio Garcia. The game ended without any further changes to the score.