Galo beat Sport at Arena MRV, breathe easier in the Brasileirão | OneFootball

The Atlético fan is smiling again in the Brazilian Championship. This Wednesday (08), Jorge Sampaoli’s team defeated Sport 3-1 at Arena MRV, in a match valid for the 14th round of the competition. With a goal from Rony — who broke a long scoring drought — Galo dominated their opponent and secured three important points in the fight against relegation. In addition to Rony, Arana and Vitor Hugo also scored for Galo. Sport’s goal was scored by Derik Lacerda.

The main novelty in the lineup was Dudu, who got a chance in the attack alongside Rony. In defense, Saravia returned to the right side. The changes paid off: the team started the game with intensity and opened the scoring just 9 minutes in. Bernard delivered a perfect corner, Rony flicked it on at the near post, and Vitor Hugo finished it into the back of the net.

Atlético continued to control the match and extended their lead still in the first half. In the 38th minute, Bernard crossed from the right, Sport’s defense failed to clear, and the ball fell to Guilherme Arana. The full-back struck hard, giving goalkeeper Gabriel no chance: 2-0 and celebrations at Arena MRV.

After the break, Galo maintained control and practically sealed the win with a beautiful counterattack. In the 17th minute, Everson quickly released the ball to Biel, who surged down the right and passed to Rony. Unmarked, the striker simply tapped into the empty net and finally broke his drought in the Brasileirão.

Sport pulled one back in the 37th minute, with Derik Lacerda converting a penalty, but that was as far as they got. Galo managed the result and left the field to applause from the fans.

Situation in the Brasileirão and next fixture

With the victory, Atlético reached 32 points in 26 games, climbing to 14th place. Now, the team is seven points clear of Vitória, the first club inside the relegation zone.

The next challenge will be a special one: a Minas Gerais derby ahead. Galo will host Cruzeiro next Wednesday (15), at 9:30 p.m., once again at Arena MRV, for the 28th round of the Brasileirão.

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