Vasco to Face Boca Juniors at Maracanã, But Court Ruling Changes Everything

Vasco has already sold over 45,000 tickets for the clash against Boca Juniors at the Maracanã, but the Rio de Janeiro Court suspended the decision that authorized the stadium's use. The measure upholds the effectiveness of the Reporting Judge's decision, which had previously denied the Carioca club's request.

Court Decision Upholds Maracanã Suspension

Judge Suely Lopes Magalhães, first vice-president of the Rio de Janeiro State Court of Justice, granted the preliminary injunction in the writ of mandamus filed by Fla-Flu Serviços. The decision suspends the effects of the previous ruling that had authorized Vasco to use the Maracanã for the October 20th match.

Suely argued that Judge Marco Antônio Ibrahim did not have the jurisdiction to review the previous decision by the Reporting Judge, Alexandre de Carvalho Mesquita, who was on vacation. The decision recognized that Ibrahim's pronouncement occurred without prior hearing of Fla-Flu, contradicting the evidence in the case files.

Impact on Ticket Sales and Event Logistics

With over 45,000 tickets sold in just over 12 hours, sales were interrupted. Conmebol has already been informed and had prepared logistics for Boca Juniors, but the stadium's status remains undefined.

Fla-Flu Serviços stated that it will continue to adopt necessary measures to defend the planning and preservation of the Maracanã Complex.

Context of the Vasco vs. Boca Juniors Clash

The confrontation is part of the Copa Sudamericana semifinal stage. Boca Juniors arrives at the match with a 17-game unbeaten streak, while Vasco has maintained six consecutive games without a loss in all competitions. The historical record between the clubs shows only one Vasco victory, in 1951, at the Maracanã.

Broadcast and Expectations for the First Leg

The first leg will be broadcast by SBT and the Paramount+ streaming service, which hold the broadcasting rights for the continental competition. Boca Juniors intends to leverage their home advantage, while Vasco seeks to maintain their positive away streak.

Next Steps and Possible Solutions

The court decision requires the natural Reporting Judge or the collegiate body of the 23rd Civil Law Chamber to rule on the internal appeal. Until that judgment, the effectiveness of the Reporting Judge's decision remains suspended, keeping the previous authorization inactive. Conmebol awaits the final definition to confirm the second match on October 20th.

With information from ge, CartaCapital.