Fluminense and Red Bull Bragantino finish 1‑1, marked by expulsions and Hulk's debut
At the Maracanã, Fluminense and Red Bull Bragantino drew 1‑1 in the 19th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro. Eduardo Sasha gave Bragantino the lead in the 26th minute. The match was unsettled by three red cards: Agustín Sant’Anna (Bragantino) was sent off after a clash with Lucho Acosta, and in added time both John Kennedy (Fluminense) and Fabinho (Bragantino) were expelled following a fight.
In the final minutes, Ignácio headed the equaliser for Fluminense, securing a point that leaves the Carioca side in third place with 32 points, two ahead of fourth‑placed Bragantino (30 points). The game also featured the official debut of striker Hulk for Fluminense. Both clubs will next face Athletico‑PR, keeping the race for the top positions open.