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The game was charged not only due to the competitive nature of the teams but also because of its on-field disputes, embodying the fiercely competitive spirit that characterizes Brazilian football. What followed was a flurry of confusion as tempers flared, oscillating the match’s atmosphere. Fluminense's Freitas received a red card amid the chaos, leaving them down a player when the pressure was at its peak.
This pattern of altercations has been repeatedly observed this season, with earlier matches against Botafogo and Vasco also marked by similar conflicts. Despite the commotion, it added an extra layer of intrigue to an already critical fixture in the state championship.