Flamengo and Vasco battle for a place in the Guanabara Cup final for the sixth time in history
Learn more about tickets, match recaps, and broadcasting of the Clássico dos Milhões
By Isabela Abirached - in
With first place in Group B of the Guanabara Cup, Mengão qualified to play in the semifinal against the second-placed team in Group A: Vasco da Gama. The Clássico dos Milhões that will decide who lifts the trophy for the first half of the season will be in Volta Redonda, at the Raulino de Oliveira stadium, this Saturday (25), at 17 pm.
This Friday (24), the squad did the last training session before the match, at the George Helal Training Center. Zé Ricardo commanded the tactical activity and depois gave a press conference to journalists.
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Tickets: How to secure your seat at the game
The Blue and Yellow sectors will be for Flamengo fans (R$100/R$50 half price) and the White sector (R$140/R$70 half price) will host both fans. The Orange and Green sectors (R$100/R$50 half) will be available to Vasco fans. On match day, tickets will only be sold at the Raulino de Oliveira stadium, starting at 9 a.m.
There will be no online sales for this match and fan club members who present their ticket card when purchasing at physical points will receive a 50% discount, which cannot be combined with the half-price ticket. Click here and join the Nação Rubro-Negra Program now!
Click here for more ticket sales information.
Eighth semifinal in the account
Flamengo and Vasco have already played seven Carioca semifinals, all in the 2000s, with Flamengo winning five times against Vasco's only two:
- GB Cup 2001 Semifinal: Fla 1x0
- GB Cup 2004 Semifinal: Fla 2x0
- GB Cup 2007 Semifinal: 1x1 (Fla 3x1 on penalties)
- GB Cup 2008 Semifinal: Fla 2x1
- Rio Cup 2010 Semifinal: Fla 2x1
- GB Cup 2012 Semifinal: Vasco 2x1
- Rio Cup 2012 Semifinal: Vasco 3x2
Positive retrospect
In the Carioca Championship, Flamengo played 228 matches, with 89 wins for Flamengo, 62 draws, and 77 wins for Vasco. In terms of goals, Mengão has a positive balance: 308 to 293. Overall, Flamengo and Vasco have played 375 matches. Flamengo once again holds the advantage, winning 143 times, compared to Cruzmaltino's 130 wins and 102 draws. Flamengo has 507 goals to Vasco's 493.
Second time of the Millions Classic at Raulino
This is only the second time Flamengo and Vasco have faced each other at Raulino de Oliveira Stadium in Volta Redonda. In the only meeting, on July 2, 17, Flamengo won 07-2005 in the Brazilian Championship, with a goal by Souza.
Unbeaten streak
Flamengo has never lost a state derby in Volta Redonda. In total, they've played six games, winning four and drawing two. Overall, they've played four games against Fluminense (two wins and two draws), one against Botafogo (one win), and one against Vasco (one win).
This season, Flamengo hasn't lost a single official match. In eight matches, they've won seven and drawn one, scoring 20 goals and conceding just two.
Unforgettable
It's impossible to talk about Flamengo vs. Vasco in the Rio de Janeiro State Championship without thinking about Pet's goal. Relive the 2001 title-winning play that touched the hearts of all Flamengo fans:
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Social media coverage
You can also follow the real-time action on Flamengo's official social media channels using the hashtag #FLAxVAS. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, like our page on Facebook and follow us on Snapchat (cr_flamengo). FlaTV also brings exclusive behind-the-scenes and match footage to the Red-Black Nation. Sign up with one click, for free.
TV broadcast
On television, red-and-black fans will be able to watch the match on Canal Premiere. Fan club members can enjoy more Flamengo watching the game on TV: discounts on Sky packages and even on beer to watch the match! Fan club members can enjoy more Flamengo on game day: discounts and priority access on tickets to watch at the stadium and on pay-per-view, and beer to watch on TV! Click and feel the pride of being a fan club member.
This Friday (24), the squad did the last training session before the match, at the George Helal Training Center. Zé Ricardo commanded the tactical activity and depois gave a press conference to journalists.
Click here and see all the Mengão football news.
Tickets: How to secure your seat at the game
The Blue and Yellow sectors will be for Flamengo fans (R$100/R$50 half price) and the White sector (R$140/R$70 half price) will host both fans. The Orange and Green sectors (R$100/R$50 half) will be available to Vasco fans. On match day, tickets will only be sold at the Raulino de Oliveira stadium, starting at 9 a.m.
There will be no online sales for this match and fan club members who present their ticket card when purchasing at physical points will receive a 50% discount, which cannot be combined with the half-price ticket. Click here and join the Nação Rubro-Negra Program now!
Click here for more ticket sales information.
Eighth semifinal in the account
Flamengo and Vasco have already played seven Carioca semifinals, all in the 2000s, with Flamengo winning five times against Vasco's only two:
- GB Cup 2001 Semifinal: Fla 1x0
- GB Cup 2004 Semifinal: Fla 2x0
- GB Cup 2007 Semifinal: 1x1 (Fla 3x1 on penalties)
- GB Cup 2008 Semifinal: Fla 2x1
- Rio Cup 2010 Semifinal: Fla 2x1
- GB Cup 2012 Semifinal: Vasco 2x1
- Rio Cup 2012 Semifinal: Vasco 3x2
Positive retrospect
In the Carioca Championship, Flamengo played 228 matches, with 89 wins for Flamengo, 62 draws, and 77 wins for Vasco. In terms of goals, Mengão has a positive balance: 308 to 293. Overall, Flamengo and Vasco have played 375 matches. Flamengo once again holds the advantage, winning 143 times, compared to Cruzmaltino's 130 wins and 102 draws. Flamengo has 507 goals to Vasco's 493.
Second time of the Millions Classic at Raulino
This is only the second time Flamengo and Vasco have faced each other at Raulino de Oliveira Stadium in Volta Redonda. In the only meeting, on July 2, 17, Flamengo won 07-2005 in the Brazilian Championship, with a goal by Souza.
Unbeaten streak
Flamengo has never lost a state derby in Volta Redonda. In total, they've played six games, winning four and drawing two. Overall, they've played four games against Fluminense (two wins and two draws), one against Botafogo (one win), and one against Vasco (one win).
This season, Flamengo hasn't lost a single official match. In eight matches, they've won seven and drawn one, scoring 20 goals and conceding just two.
Unforgettable
It's impossible to talk about Flamengo vs. Vasco in the Rio de Janeiro State Championship without thinking about Pet's goal. Relive the 2001 title-winning play that touched the hearts of all Flamengo fans:
{{video-globo,1047636,625,350}}
Social media coverage
You can also follow the real-time action on Flamengo's official social media channels using the hashtag #FLAxVAS. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, like our page on Facebook and follow us on Snapchat (cr_flamengo). FlaTV also brings exclusive behind-the-scenes and match footage to the Red-Black Nation. Sign up with one click, for free.
TV broadcast
On television, red-and-black fans will be able to watch the match on Canal Premiere. Fan club members can enjoy more Flamengo watching the game on TV: discounts on Sky packages and even on beer to watch the match! Fan club members can enjoy more Flamengo on game day: discounts and priority access on tickets to watch at the stadium and on pay-per-view, and beer to watch on TV! Click and feel the pride of being a fan club member.