Standout star sets the platform for Atlético Mineiro against Botafogo | OneFootball

Mateo Casierra put Atlético Mineiro ahead in the 23rd minute with a crisp right-footed finish, and his strike framed a 1-1 draw with Botafogo.

From the centre of the box he picked his spot into the top right corner (23.), giving Galo an early grip on the game.

He then slid Tomás Cuello in on a break, the winger shooting over (44.). Moments later his drive from range forced Fogão's goalkeeper Neto into a low stop before the interval.

After the restart, he attacked Maycon's cross and glanced just wide from six yards (80.). He finished with three attempts, two on target, four touches in the box and 12 successful final third passes, constantly pinning the Glorioso back line.

With Atlético-MG supplying early crosses and quick breaks, his movement kept lanes open and ensured the hosts carried threat through the key phases.

Atlético-MG visit Ceará in the Copa do Brasil next. Fogão travel to Chapecoense in the same competition.