Derby ends in a draw, Cabulosas stay unbeaten at the top in the Mineiro | OneFootball

Cruzeiro maintained their unbeaten run in the 2025 Women's Campeonato Mineiro. On the afternoon of this Saturday (18th), the Cabulosas drew 2-2 with América at the Frimisa field in Santa Luzia, in the last round of the state championship's classification phase. The result secured the celestial team the isolated lead in the first phase, with 13 points out of a possible 15.

The classic brought together the two best teams in the competition so far. Cruzeiro came into the match with a 100% record—four wins in four games—while América was also unbeaten, with three wins and one draw.

In the first half, the Spartanas made better use of their opportunities and Cruzeiro's defensive mistakes. Gadu opened the scoring for América, who went into halftime with the lead. Right at the first minute of the second half, Pimenta extended the lead, making it 2-0 for Coelho.

The second goal served as a wake-up call for Cruzeiro, who began to press in search of a comeback. Byanca Brasil, with a free kick, reduced the deficit. Shortly after, a set piece proved decisive again: after a corner taken by Byanca Brasil, Gio Oliveira rose well to head the ball and tie the match at 2-2.

The match remained balanced until the final whistle, with both teams showing strength and intensity, but without changing the score again.

With the draw, Cruzeiro finishes the first phase of the Mineiro in the lead, with 13 points. América, with 11, takes second place. Atlético and Itabirito complete the group of four teams qualifying for the state semifinals.

Now, the Cabulosas turn their focus to the knockout stage. The celestial team will face Itabirito in a two-legged tie, vying for a spot in the grand final of the 2025 Women's Campeonato Mineiro to defend their title.

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