Brazil football rivalry

The Classic of Millions (O Clássico dos Milhões)

Flamengo v Vasco de Gama

Rivalry intensity

Ground separation 1.5 miles

Flamengo and Vasco da Gama contest Rio's Clássico dos Milhões, named for the clubs' enormous support. Shared city identity and repeated decisive matches make it one of Brazil's biggest fixtures.

Rivalry ground map

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Stadium location

The rivalry grounds

Flamengo

Estadio do Maracana · 78,838 capacity

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Vasco da Gama

Estádio São Januário

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Things to do near the rivalry grounds

Attractions, tours and activities around the midpoint of the two stadiums.

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