Grêmio thrash Atlético-MG, edge closer to under-17 Brasileirão title | OneFootball

Grêmio gained a significant advantage in the final of the Brazilian Under-17 Championship. This Monday, in the first leg of the decision, the Tricolor Gaúcho showed no mercy and thrashed Atlético-MG 4-1 at the Grêmio Arena in Porto Alegre (RS).

The home team's goals were scored by Lucca, twice, as well as Roger and João Borne. Galo reduced the deficit with Mosquito.

Match Situation

With this result, Grêmio can even lose by two goals in the return match and still secure the title. Atlético-MG, on the other hand, needs to win by four or more goals to lift the trophy. If the team from Minas Gerais wins by three goals at Arena MRV, the decision will be settled by penalties.

Match Summary

🔵⚪ GRÊMIO 4 x 1 ATLÉTICO-MG ⚫⚪

Competition: Final of the Brazilian Under-17 Championship (first leg)  Location: Grêmio Arena, Porto Alegre (RS)  Date: October 13, 2025 (Monday)  Time: 8 PM (Brasília time)

Goals Lucca (6′ of 1st Half, Grêmio) Roger (29′ of 2nd Half, Grêmio) João Borne (38′ of 1st Half, Grêmio) Lucca (3′ of 2nd Half, Grêmio) Mosquito (4′ of 2nd Half, Atlético-MG)

How was the match?

First Half

Grêmio opened the scoring just six minutes in. Vitor Ramon picked up the loose ball from a free-kick and crossed into the area for Lucca, who rose higher than the opposing defense and headed into the net.

Soon after, Atlético-MG was left with a numerical disadvantage after Samuel Deus was sent off for a tackle on João Borne.

With an extra man, the Tricolor extended their lead at 34 minutes: Roger took a free-kick with great skill and found the net. Four minutes later, João Borne received a pass from Gabriel Mec and finished into the left corner, scoring the home team's third.

Second Half

The thrashing was confirmed just three minutes into the second half. Tiago advanced down the right, crossed for Gabriel Mec to deflect, and Lucca appeared almost on the goal line to push the ball into the net.

A minute later, Atlético-MG managed to pull one back. Mosquito received the ball at the edge of the area, shot with his left foot, and the ball hit the post before going in.

When is the return leg of the final?

The decision on who will take home the Brazilian Under-17 Championship trophy will be next Saturday, October 18, at 10 AM (Brasília time), at Arena MRV in Belo Horizonte (MG).

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