📋 América and Atlético named for the first Mineiro derby | OneFootball

It's a night of Rabbit versus Rooster at Arena Independência.

A classic match that will kick off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Wednesday (21).

And it's valid for the fourth round of the Campeonato Mineiro-2026.

Recent Record 🆚

After a drought of eight classics, América won again in the semi-final of the Mineiro 2024.

But it wasn't enough to reach the final.

They also triumphed in the return leg of last year's final. However, they saw their rival become the champion.

There are four victories for the Rooster, two for the Rabbit, and four draws in the last ten encounters across all competitions. 

América 🐰

The Rabbit leads Group B with seven points.

And will return to full strength after resting players against Itabirito.

Alberto Valentim's doubt was about the use of Willian Bigode, who was undergoing treatment on his right calf.

But he did not recover. 

Segovinha and Yarlen are available, having been cleared to play. 

Atlético 🐓

There is pressure on the Rooster after three draws in three games.

They occupy the third position in Group A - URT started the round at the top with five points.

It will be the second match using the starters after the 0 x 0 with Tombense at Arena MRV.

Sampaoli has Índio back, who was serving a suspension.

And now has Alan Minda and Preciado cleared to play. 

The full-back will make his debut already among the starting eleven. 

Photo: Reproduction/Atlético

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