Flamengo defeated Corinthians on Sunday. The winning goal was scored late at the Maracanã. That result, from round 27, moved the home side back to the top of the Brazilian Serie A standings. Both teams confirmed their starting teams before kickoff. The match was covered from the ground as it happened.
Corinthians' marketing and sponsorship work attracted plenty of attention during the day. BBC supplied statistics and head-to-head details for the contest. Betting sites offered tips and odds. In the end, the late goal settled the contest.