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It's crucial to clarify that the match is not for the third place, as previously misstated, but rather for the fourth. As it stands, the fourth place will yield a financial reward of approximately R$ 40.9 million, while the fifth place will receive R$ 38.5 million. Therefore, there’s a little over R$ 2 million at stake for a potential four-place finish—an important detail given the competitive nature of football in Brazil.
The International needs only a draw to secure fourth position, benefitting from a superior goal difference despite having the same number of victories and points as Fortaleza. This match thus turns into a tactical affair, as each team looks to cement their end-of-season standings without risking a drop to fifth place.