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Cuiabá defeats Atlético Paranaense in a thrilling Serie B match
Cuiabá overcame Atlético Paranaense 2-1 in an exciting encounter at the Arena Pantanal in Cuiabá, Mato Grosso, on April 15th, 2025, for the third round of the Brazilian Serie B Championship. The match, refereed by Antonio Dib Moraes de Sousa, was marked by its intensity and the number of cards shown.
Atlético Paranaense took the lead in the 15th minute through a goal from Leo, assisted by Fernando. However, Cuiabá turned the game around in the second half. Lucas Mineiro equalized in the 60th minute, assisted by Sander, and Pedrinho secured the victory for the home side in the 72nd minute.
The match was full of drama, with two yellow cards for Atlético Paranaense and three for Cuiabá, as well as a red card for Max in the closing stages. Cuiabá slightly dominated in corners (9 to 8), while Atlético Paranaense had more shots on target (4 to 3). Possession was fairly even, with Atlético Paranaense having 51% and Cuiabá 49%. Despite the defeat, the visiting team showed grit and determination throughout the match.
Substitutions atletico paranaense: at minute 46 Joao Cruz came in and B. Zapelli went out., at minute 64 L. Esquivel came in and Fernando went out., at minute 64 Isaac came in and Luiz Fernando went out., at minute 70 Renan came in and Alan Kardec went out., at minute 78 Giuliano came in and K. Velasco went out.
Substitutions cuiaba: at minute 55 Edu came in and Lucas Cardoso went out., at minute 64 Bruno Alves came in and Nathan went out., at minute 78 Leonardo Ataide came in and Matheusinho went out., at minute 78 Jadson came in and Derik Lacerda went out., at minute 78 Calebe Costa came in and Lucas Mineiro went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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