Stadium Information

The Estádio Municipal General Sylvio Raulino de Oliveira, popularly known as Estádio da Cidadania, is located in Volta Redonda, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Inaugurated on March 14, 1976, this stadium has witnessed numerous sports and cultural events throughout its history. Originally, its stands were made of metal structure, but in 2001, a renovation began to replace them with masonry structure, increasing its capacity from 15,000 to 21,000 spectators. 

This stadium is the home of Volta Redonda Futebol Clube, a team founded in 1976 and known as "Voltaço". It has also served as a temporary home for renowned clubs like Fluminense and Flamengo during certain seasons of the Campeonato Brasileiro. Its attendance record was set on May 1, 1977, when Vasco da Gama defeated Volta Redonda in front of 24,509 spectators. 

A notable feature of the stadium is its nickname, Estádio da Cidadania, reflecting its importance not only as a sports facility but also as a community center for the city. Over the years, it has witnessed memorable moments, including Volta Redonda's 3-2 victory over Botafogo in the inaugural match, where Mauro, from the local team, scored the first goal in the stadium's history.