Flamengo beat Corinthians on Sunday. The deciding 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' commercial and sponsorship activity also drew attention throughout the day. BBC supplied stats and head-to-head information for the game. Betting sites provided tips and odds. In the end, a late strike settled the contest.