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Fluminense Knocked Out of Sudamericana After 1-1 Draw at Maracanã as Renato Gaúcho Resigns

A second-half delay followed a clash between Lanús supporters and Rio police in the visiting sector.

Overview

  • Lanús advanced 2-1 on aggregate, protecting the 1-0 first-leg win in Buenos Aires to reach the semifinals.
  • Agustín Canobbio put Fluminense ahead at 19' of the first half, and Aquino leveled at 22' of the second half to seal the tie.
  • Fluminense confirmed Renato Gaúcho’s departure at night and named Marcão interim head coach, with Alexandre Mendes and Marcelo Salles also leaving.
  • Videos from the stadium showed police using batons and tear gas in the away end, with reports of injured supporters and a delay of roughly 20–30 minutes before play resumed.
  • After boos from the crowd, captain Thiago Silva defended the coach, saying responsibility is shared by the team.