 The Rubro-Negro returned to the state league to rout Portuguesa 4-0 with a penalty save from Diego Alves, but a Vasco victory over Botafogo landed Flamengo in 2nd place in the group before their semifinal match against Fluminense.Because Fluminense held the advantage of finishing top of their group, a draw would advance them and eliminate Flamengo.The semifinal match was exciting and full of attacking chances, with Gum of Fluminense opening the score in the first minute of the second half.