Coxa overturn Zeiro with clinical counters | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Cruzeiro lost 2-1 to Coritiba at the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. Matheus Pereira put the hosts ahead in the 19th minute, sweeping a left-footed finish into the top left after a Lucas Romero pass. Joaquín Lavega levelled on the stroke of first half stoppage time (45.), then Breno Lopes completed the comeback soon after the restart (53.). Zeiro dominated the ball with 67.8% possession and 19 attempts, yet Coxa converted both of their shots on target. Coxa rise from 19th to 11th, while Zeiro visit Mirassol next and Coxa go to Chapecoense.

Player of the Match: Breno Lopes decided the game for Coxa with the second half winner, adding two attempts, six touches in the box and five recoveries to spearhead their breaks.

Stat of the Match: Coxa-Branca made 35 clearances, a snapshot of their deep, organised defence under pressure.

Three Things We Learned: Matheus Pereira led Raposa's threat with five attempts, four key passes and 18 successful final third passes. Zeiro delivered 41 crosses with 12.2% accuracy and forced 12 corners, but the final ball seldom told. Coxa-Branca won 90.0% of their tackles, reflecting disciplined defending that protected a slender lead.