Decisive figure drives Zeiro past Athletico Paranaense

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·6 September 2026

Decisive figure drives Zeiro past Athletico Paranaense

Lucas Romero decided the game in the 71st minute with a composed finish, as Cruzeiro beat Athletico Paranaense 3-1. The midfielder's strike restored the lead and capped a performance that set the tempo.

He arrived into the box to sweep home from the centre after Matheus Pereira's pass (71.), breaking Furacão's resistance and shifting momentum.

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From there Romero controlled midfield: 73 of 78 passes found a team-mate, including 21 in the final third. He also won two tackles and four possessions, keeping Athletico-PR at arm's length as Zeiro managed the closing stages.

His four touches in the area and two attempts underlined a balanced display, a threat arriving late and a pivot in build-up, helping Raposa post 61.1% possession.

Raposa visit Santos next in the Brasileirão. Furacão travel to Coritiba.