Atlético Mineiro edge tight contest as Bernard strikes early | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Atlético Mineiro beat RB Bragantino 1-0. In the 18th minute, Bernard swept a left-footed finish into the bottom right from the centre of the box. After the restart, goalkeeper Gabriel Delfim kept Braga at bay, notably saving Eduardo Sasha's effort (59.). Massa Bruta fired 23 attempts to eight for Atlético-MG and held 59.6% possession, but could not find a way past the keeper. Galo stay seventh and visit Athletico Paranaense next, while Massa Bruta drop from 10th to 11th and host Mirassol next.

Player of the Match: Gabriel Delfim made seven saves and commanded his box under a stream of crosses to preserve Atlético-MG's lead.

Stat of the Match: Juninho Capixaba made six tackles, a snapshot of Braga's front-foot push after the break.

Three Things We Learned: Atlético-MG's defence stood up to pressure, making 29 clearances to protect Bernard's first half strike. Massa Bruta's supply was relentless, delivering 37 crosses and winning 10 corners as they pinned the hosts back. Braga completed 477 passes at 85.5% accuracy, but their finishing could not match their control.