This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. Fluminense defeated Vasco da Gama, managed by Nuno Moreira, 1-0 in the first leg of the Campeonato Carioca semi-finals, but the match was marked by the expulsion of Luis Zubeldía, the head coach of the tricolor team. In the 22nd minute, the Argentine coach protested a non-call for a foul on Lucho Acosta and was sent off for his protests, but it was his reaction that drew attention: Zubeldía ran towards referee Jodis Nascimento, furious, gesturing and shouting at the official. If Fluminense players had not restrained him, it is hard to imagine what could have happened. The coach took several seconds to leave the field, continuing to complain to the referee, who stood still and showed no reaction to the complaints. Fluminense did not lose their focus and soon after, in the 31st minute, Kevin Serra scored the only goal of the match. The team was reduced to 10 players with the expulsion of Facundo Bernal in the 64th minute, but managed to hold onto their slim lead until the end.
Vasco da Gama Nuno Moreira remains central to this story.
Vasco da Gama Nuno Moreira remains central to this story.
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