One player anchors Flu's comeback against Athletico-PR | OneFootball

Hércules levelled in the ninth minute with a left-footed finish, setting Fluminense up for a 3-2 win over Athletico Paranaense.

He timed his run to meet Jefferson Savarino's pass and guided the ball into the top right from the left side (9.), the moment that steadied Tricolor Carioca after an early setback.

After the restart he combined with John Kennedy and forced Santos into a low save from the left channel (50.), keeping Athletico-PR pinned back as Flu pushed on.

He finished with two shots on target, a big chance created and 54 of 56 passes completed, including 21 successful final third passes, which underlined his control between the lines.

With Flu enjoying 78.8% possession, his constant availability and clean distribution kept Furacão chasing and ensured the midfield remained in his grasp across the key phases.

Flu rise from third to second in the table and visit Vasco da Gama next. Athletico-PR host Cruzeiro next.