Flamengo's Fourth Libertadores Title Celebration in Rio De Janeiro Ends in Clashes

Celebration Turns Chaotic in Downtown Rio

A jubilant celebration marking Flamengo's fourth Copa Libertadores title in downtown Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, November 30, 2025, was marred by violent clashes between ecstatic fans and military police. What began as a festive parade for thousands of supporters quickly escalated into confrontations involving tear gas and rubber bullets.

Historic Victory and Grand Parade

Flamengo secured their historic fourth Copa Libertadores trophy on Saturday, November 29, 2025, with a 1-0 victory over rival Brazilian club Palmeiras in the final held at the Estadio Monumental in Lima, Peru. The winning goal was scored by Danilo. This triumph solidified Flamengo's status as Brazil's most successful club in the tournament's history.

In anticipation of the victory parade, the city of Rio de Janeiro had closed major roads, expecting over 500,000 supporters to flood the streets. Tens of thousands of fans, clad in the club's black and red colors, gathered in the city's center, particularly along the route between Rua 1º de Março and Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos, with a significant concentration at Circuito Preta Gil. The players rode through the streets on an open-top bus, greeted by a sea of cheering supporters.

Escalation and Police Intervention

The festive atmosphere took a turn when military police attempted to control the movement of fans near the electric trio carrying the players. Clashes erupted as supporters reportedly tried to breach a police barrier established near the Ministry of Finance building. The crowd's pressure on the barriers and the police's reaction to prevent their advance led to discussions and pushing.

According to reports, some fans began throwing objects at the police, who responded by deploying tear gas bombs and firing rubber bullets to disperse the crowd. The disturbances, which began around 4:30 p.m. local time, caused thick white smoke to emerge from the parade route, scattering the nearby crowd.

Aftermath and Casualties

The confrontations resulted in injuries, with at least two individuals requiring medical attention and being transported to Hospital Municipal Souza Aguiar. While authorities used tear gas and rubber bullets, there has been no official comment regarding arrests or the total number of injured.