Massa turns Arena MRV into a cauldron in the qualification | OneFootball

Galo’s qualification for the Copa do Brasil semifinal had one fundamental ingredient: the strength of the Massa. On Tuesday night (1st), Atlético’s fans turned Arena MRV into a true pressure cooker and pushed the team throughout the 90 minutes in the 2-1 win over Cruzeiro.

Since the first leg at Mineirão, the Massa had already shown they would do their part in the showdown. In the return leg, at home, the celebration reached new heights.

Street of fire

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Even before the ball started rolling, the area around Arena MRV was taken over by Atlético’s celebration.

Hundreds of flares lit up the path of the Galo team bus, in a reception that turned the delegation’s arrival into a true street of fire. Chants of support followed the players all the way to the stadium entrance and set the tone for a special night.

Inside the Arena, the celebration prepared by the Massa continued.

A 3D mosaic, flags, banners, and balloons filled the stands with color. Galo Doido also took part in the spectacle, coming down on a zip line before the derby kicked off.

Support from start to finish

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But the Massa’s biggest role came during the match.

Even with Galo trailing on the scoreboard, the fans never stopped supporting. The encouragement remained constant throughout the game, pushing the team in search of a comeback.

With every attack, the Arena responded. With every challenge, the team felt the presence of the stands.

In the 32nd minute of the second half, when Victor Hugo scored the equalizer, Arena MRV exploded.

Eleven minutes later, Fred completed the comeback and secured qualification. The celebration took over every section of the stadium.

After the final whistle, players and fans celebrated together the place in the Copa do Brasil semifinal.

Recognition from the players

The strength of the Massa was also recognized by the players.

Ruan Tressoldi, who had to leave the field in the first half, made a point of thanking the fans for the celebration and the support throughout the match.

The night at Arena MRV showed once again that the Massa is a fundamental part of Galo’s history.

Outside, welcoming the team. In the stands, throughout the 90 minutes. And in the celebration after qualification.

A night when fans and team walked together all the way to the semifinal.

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