1961 Campeonato Carioca
The 1961 edition of the Campeonato Carioca kicked off on July 30, 1961 and ended on December 28, 1961. It was organized by FCF (Federação Carioca de Futebol, or Carioca Football Federation). Twelve teams participated. Botafogo won the title for the 11th time. no teams were relegated.
| Season | 1961 |
|---|---|
| Champions | Botafogo |
| Taça Brasil | Botafogo |
| Matches played | 122 |
| Goals scored | 282 (2.31 per match) |
| Top goalscorer | Amarildo (Botafogo) - 18 goals |
| Biggest home win | América 4-0 São Cristóvão (August 9, 1961) Botafogo 4-0 São Cristóvão (August 20, 1961) Flamengo 5-1 Olaria (October 4, 1961) América 4-0 Flamengo (October 7, 1961) Botafogo 4-0 Vasco da Gama (November 19, 19761) |
| Biggest away win | Madureira 0-4 Flamengo (August 6, 1961) Portuguesa 2-6 Vasco da Gama (August 10, 1961) |
| Highest scoring | Portuguesa 2-6 Vasco da Gama (August 10, 1961) |
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