Zeiro held by Santos as Brazão frustrates hosts | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Cruzeiro and Santos drew 0-0 at the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. In the 28th minute, Gerson's low strike was palmed away by Gabriel Brazão. After the restart, Zeiro pressed as Néiser Villarreal was denied (57.), then substitute Wanderson forced another smart stop (74.). Zeiro had 60.9% possession and eight attempts to Peixe's five, but the away keeper kept everything out. Cabuloso drop from 19th to 20th and host Vitória next, while Peixe rise from 17th to 15th and welcome Remo.

Player of the Match: Gabriel Brazão made three saves, thwarting Gerson before the break and then Wanderson late on, and his handling steadied Peixe throughout.

Stat of the Match: Peixe registered 34 clearances, a clear sign of their deep defensive effort under pressure.

Three Things We Learned: Zeiro delivered 24 crosses at 37.5% accuracy, pointing to a flank-heavy plan. Alvinegro Praiano attempted five shots, all from outside the box. For Cabuloso, Matheus Henrique made 53 passes and won three tackles, anchoring midfield.