The 1928 Campeonato Carioca, the 23rd edition of that championship, kicked off on April 8, 1928 and ended on October 21, 1928. It was organized by AMEA (Associação Metropolitana de Esportes Atléticos, or Metropolitan Athletic Sports Association). Eleven teams participated. América won the title for the 4th time. No teams were relegated.
Participating teams
After its suspension in 1927, Syrio e Libanez appealed it, with the appeal being accepted when the 1928 championship had already begun, and as such, Syrio e Libanez only joined the championship in the Second round.
Club Home location Previous season América Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro Andarahy Andaraí, Rio de Janeiro Bangu Bangu, Rio de Janeiro Botafogo Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro Brasil Urca, Rio de Janeiro Flamengo Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro Fluminense Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro São Cristóvão São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro Syrio e Libanez Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro Vasco da Gama São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro Villa Isabel Vila Isabel, Rio de Janeiro
System The tournament would be disputed in a double round-robin format, with the team with the most points winning the title.
Championship
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