In a tightly contested match at Estádio Nilton Santos, Fluminense edged past Vasco DA Gama with a final score of 1-0. The only goal of the game came from K. Serna in the 31st minute, which proved enough for the visitors to claim victory. Despite Vasco's efforts, they could not find the equalizer, leaving Fluminense to celebrate their hard-fought win in the Carioca - 1 league.