Analysis The numbers behind the result
Flamengo's dominance rewarded with narrow win
The result was a fair reflection of Flamengo's superiority, with the visitors controlling possession (64%) and creating significantly more chances than Remo. Flamengo's 21 total shots, including 14 inside the box, dwarfed Remo's 7 total attempts, only 4 of which came from dangerous areas. Despite Remo's disciplined defending, Flamengo broke through in the 65th minute through Samuel Lino, assisted by Giorgian de Arrascaeta.
Remo struggled to convert their limited opportunities, managing just 1 shot on target compared to Flamengo's 5. Flamengo's dominance extended to corners (9 vs 7) and accurate passes (599 vs Remo's 287), though they were equally wasteful in finishing. The hosts' frustration boiled over in stoppage time when Edson Fernando was sent off, compounding their misery.
The decisive moment came in the 65th minute, but Flamengo's territorial advantage and shot volume (21 vs 7) made the outcome inevitable despite their narrow margin of victory.