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Vitoria Stuns Atlético-MG in Salvador
Salvador, Bahia – In a hard-fought match at the Estádio Manoel Barradas, Vitoria secured a significant victory against Atlético-MG, a game characterized by intensity and midfield battles. Erick’s early goal in the 6th minute, assisted by Osvaldo, proved to be the decisive moment, tilting the scales in favor of the home side.
Vitoria, with a solid tactical approach and the support of their fans, managed to contain Atlético-MG’s attacks, who dominated possession with 70%. Despite their dominance in possession and 20 shots, only 5 of which were on target, Atlético-MG failed to breach Vitoria’s defense. Vitoria’s defensive discipline resulted in numerous fouls, although only two yellow cards were shown to Baralhas and Willian Oliveira. Atlético-MG also received cautions with yellow cards for Vitor Hugo, Alexsander, and J. Alonso. The referee, Alex Gomes Stefano, had a demanding task in a match where tension was palpable in every play. Vitoria, with less possession (30%) but greater efficiency, capitalized on their opportunity and took all three points in this round of the Brazilian Serie A.
Substitutions vitoria: at minute 52 P. Roberto came in and Edu went out., at minute 67 A. Cantalapiedra came in and Matheuzinho went out., at minute 75 Osvaldo came in and Ronald Lopes went out., at minute 75 Erick came in and Fabricio went out., at minute 75 Renato Kayzer came in and Carlinhos went out.
Substitutions atletico-mg: at minute 59 Vitor Hugo came in and Reinier went out., at minute 59 Dudu came in and Igor Gomes went out., at minute 69 Natanael came in and Biel went out., at minute 80 Alexsander came in and Gabriel Menino went out., at minute 80 Gustavo Scarpa came in and Rony went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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