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How to Buy Maracanã Tickets Online For Maracanã Games
A complete guide about buying football tickets for games at Maracanã stadium; plus essential tips for foreigners visiting Rio.
If you're visiting Rio de Janeiro and love football, or simply want to experience the heartbeat of Brazilian culture, watching a live match at Maracanã Stadium is something you'll never forget.
From the electrifying chants of Flamengo fans to the classic rivalry of Fluminense games, this guide will show you how to buy tickets, what to expect, and how to enjoy the match safely and easily, even if you don’t speak Portuguese.
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious about Brazilian football, this is your front-row pass to one of Rio’s most unforgettable experiences.
Just look at the image beside this text; this is exactly what you'll see when the crowd rises, the drums start beating, and Flamengo scores a goal.
Upcoming Games
Flamengo and Fluminense matches happen almost every week at Maracanã — check the upcoming games and secure your spot in advance.
👉 Click here to check upcoming games calendar
How to Buy Tickets as a Foreigner
Buying football tickets in Brazil — especially for Flamengo or Fluminense games — can be surprisingly complicated if you're not a local.
Most tourists can’t buy online using international credit cards. The only other option is going in person to the official Flamengo store, where lines are long and English support is rare; and that’s only during business hours.
And even if you manage to pay, there’s one more barrier:
Facial recognition is required to enter the stadium — and registering properly can be confusing if you don't understand the system.
Here’s what most foreigners struggle with:
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❌ Long queues on official websites that often crash
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❌ International cards not being accepted
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❌ No English support
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❌ Complex and unclear facial registration process
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❌ Limited in-person sales only in specific locations (like Flamengo’s store)
Line at Flamengo's headquarters to buy tickets
Gringo Outdoor: An easier way to book your tickets
If all of this sounds complicated — don't worry. At Gringo Outdoor, we make the entire process simple, safe, and stress-free. We handle everything for you: ticket purchase, facial recognition registration, payment, and all the details leading up to match day.
You just relax and enjoy the experience — no bureaucracy, no confusing websites, no guesswork.
Reasons to choose us:
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High rated company on Google Reviews
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Pay only when you are inside the stadium — via Wise or Revolut *
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Full English support from start to finish
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Custom guides with all details for your experience
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Panoramic view and fair prices
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No hidden fees or confusing Brazilian websites
Let Gringo Outdoor handle it for you.
We specialize in helping tourists get their Flamengo or Fluminense tickets hassle-free.
👉 [Book your ticket here]
How It Works if you buy with Gringo Outdoor
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Fill out our ticket request form with:
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Your name and email address
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The game you want to attend
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Your section for the match
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Number of tickets
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Our sales manager, Henry, will contact you via WhatsApp to guide you through the next step:
⚠️ Facial recognition is mandatory for entry into Maracanã , so before sorting out the ticekt, your name and passport number will be requested in order to link your facial to the ticket.
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Once your facial registration is complete, we’ll buy your ticket and send a confirmation.
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You’ll receive a complete guide with:
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Directions to your entrance gate at the stadium;
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Entry gate informat;
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Safety tips;
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Photos & videos
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For selected matches, Henry can even guide you personally from Copacabana to Maracanã via metro, ensuring you will get to your entrance smoothly.
Transportation & Safety Tips
Getting to Maracanã is easier than most people expect — especially if you plan ahead. Whether you're staying in Copacabana, Ipanema, or downtown Rio, there are safe and affordable options to reach the stadium on match day.
Here are the best ways to get there, plus some important tips to stay safe and comfortable throughout your experience:
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Metro (subway):
One of the best ways to reach Maracanã. The trip costs about $1.50 USD and you can pay using contactless cards, Apple Pay, or Samsung Pay.
The closest station is just a 6-minute walk from the stadium. Streets around the stadium are closed on match day, so walking is unavoidable. -
Uber or taxi:
Also a great choice. Expect to walk a short distance due to restricted vehicle access near the stadium. -
Stay alert:
Although the area is well-policed, avoid flashing your phone or wearing valuable jewelry. If you need to use your phone, do it near a police car or group.