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Tense Draw in Salvador: Vitória and Cruzeiro Split Points in a Charged Match
Salvador, Bahia – In a hard-fought match at the Estádio Manoel Barradas, Vitória and Cruzeiro drew in a game marked by intensity and controversy. Referee Alex Gomes Stefano had a busy night, showing several cards that influenced the flow of the game.
Vitória dominated possession with 52% of the playing time, attempting to create opportunities with 9 shots, of which only 2 managed to be on target. Their insistence resulted in 9 corner kicks, but the Cruzeiro defense remained firm. The home team committed 15 fouls and received one yellow card.
Cruzeiro, with 48% possession, sought the goal more frequently, recording a total of 18 shots, although only 2 of them managed to test the opposing goalkeeper. Accuracy was not their strong suit, with 10 shots going wide. Cruzeiro’s aggressiveness earned them 18 fouls, two yellow cards, and one red card, significantly complicating their strategy from the 45th minute onward.
The match, corresponding to round 12 of the Brazilian Serie A, 2025 season, left a bittersweet feeling for both teams, who will have to adjust their strategies for the upcoming matches.
Substitutions vitoria: at minute 45 Maykon Jesus came in and Jamerson went out., at minute 60 Gustavo Silva came in and Osvaldo went out., at minute 60 Willian Oliveira came in and Ronald Lopes went out., at minute 60 Carlinhos came in and Lucas Braga went out., at minute 78 Leo Pereira came in and Renato Kayzer went out.
Substitutions cruzeiro: at minute 46 Y. Bolasie came in and Kaio Jorge went out., at minute 74 Marquinhos came in and Matheus Pereira went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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