Atlético beat Internacional at Arena MRV, seal first Brasileirão win | OneFootball

Atlético finally achieved their first victory in the Brazilian Championship. On the night of this Wednesday (11), at Arena MRV, Galo defeated Internacional 1-0, in a match valid for the 5th round of the competition. The winning goal for the black-and-white team was scored in the very first minute of the game by the Argentine Cuello.

Besides representing Atlético's first triumph in the Brasileirão, the result also marked the team's first victory under the command of coach Eduardo Domínguez, who reached his third game in charge of the team. With the three points earned, Galo reached 5 points on the table and left the relegation zone.

Surprises in the lineup

Even before the match started, Atlético's lineup drew attention. Unlike previous matches under Domínguez's command, Atlético took the field with three defenders. The defensive trio was formed by Román, Tressoldi, and Vitor Hugo.

Another novelty was Cuello's presence playing as a wing-back on the right side. Additionally, Gustavo Scarpa returned to the starting lineup, and Cassierra got his first opportunity starting a match for Galo.

Lightning goal and pressure from Internacional

The tactical change had an effect right in the first attacking move. With just one minute of play, Hulk received the ball and found Cuello on the right side. The Argentine advanced quickly, entered the area, went past Bernabei, and struck a cross shot to score a beautiful goal, opening the scoring for Atlético.

The lightning goal seemed to indicate a calm night for the black-and-white team, but that was not the case for the rest of the first half.

Even with the lead, Atlético couldn't control the match. Despite defending well inside the area with the line of three defenders, the team again showed difficulties in protecting the midfield. The absence of more defensive midfielders opened spaces for Internacional to frequently shoot from outside the area.

Still, Colorado couldn't convert their offensive volume into goals, largely due to their lack of accuracy in medium-distance shots during the first 45 minutes.

Everson shines again

In the second half, the situation became even more complicated for Atlético. The black-and-white defensive setup stopped working, and Internacional began to create clearer chances, especially with shots from inside the area.

That's when Everson stepped up. The Atlético goalkeeper had another decisive performance, making at least three great saves and securing the minimal lead on the scoreboard. With his solid performance, the number 22 once again ended as the standout of the match at Arena MRV.

Important victory after a turbulent moment and next commitment

Amid a delicate moment, with difficulties in winning and still under the impact of the defeat to their biggest rival in the final of the Campeonato Mineiro last Sunday, Atlético achieved an important result to regain confidence.

With the victory against Internacional, Galo breathes easier in the standings and gains morale for the continuation of the season.

Atlético returns to the field next Saturday (14), when they face Vitória at Barradão, at 6:30 PM, continuing the Brazilian Championship.

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