The 1972 edition of the

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kicked off on February 23, 1972 and ended on September 7, 1972. It was organized by FCF (Federação Carioca de Futebol, or Carioca Football Federation). Twelve teams participated.

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won the title for the 16th time. No teams were relegated.

System

The tournament was divided into four stages: *

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: The twelve teams all played in a single round-robin format against each other. The champions qualified to the Final phase. The eight best teams qualified to the Second round. * Taça Fadel Fadel: The remaining eight teams all played in a single round-robin format against each other. The champions qualified to the Final phase. * Taça José de Albuquerque: The eight teams all played in a single round-robin format against each other. The champions qualified to the Final phase. *Final phase: The three stage winners played in a single round-robin format against each other. the team with the most points won the title.

System

Championship

Taça Guanabara

Taça Fadel Fadel

Taça José de Albuquerque

Final phase

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