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Critics, including prominent figures in sports journalism, argue that the very idea of limiting attendance to a single team is an affront to the cultural fabric of Rio de Janeiro's football. For many fans, watching these traditional rivalries with both teams present in the stands is what makes the experience exhilarating.
The argument posited against adopting a single-visitor policy is that, in Rio, there has historically been the ability for fans to coexist in stadiums. The commentator highlights that while issues do exist, there have been many instances where fans of opposing clubs have shared seats peacefully. The previous suggestion of returning to a single-visitor format is seen as a regression that would diminish the vibrant atmosphere typically surrounding these classic matches.