Ceará triumphed over rival Fortaleza, clinching a vital win with a single goal during the tense clássico at Castelão Stadium. The match, part of the 13th round of the Brasileirao, saw Antonio Galeano score the only goal in the 56th minute, firmly establishing Ceará’s control.
Galeano’s outstanding performance earned him the title of ‘Man of the Match’ as he demonstrated his skill and composure throughout the match.
Diego also excelled for Ceará, contributing effectively from midfield.
Fortaleza’s manager, Juan Pablo Vojvoda, deployed a 4-4-2 tactical setup with Brenno guarding the goal, supported by a defensive line consisting of Emanuel Brítez, Benjamín Kuscevic, Gustavo Mancha, and Gastón Ávila. The midfield featured Emmanuel Martínez, Matheus Pereira, Lucas Sasha, and Breno Lopes, while the attack was spearheaded by Tomás Pochettino and Juan Martín Lucero.
On the other hand, Ceará’s coach, Leonardo Rodrigues Condé, opted for a 4-3-3 formation. Bruno Ferreira played as the goalkeeper, backed by a defense comprising Fabiano, Marllon, Willian Machado, and Matheus Bahia. The midfield trio included Fernando Sobral, Diego, and Lucas Mugni, supporting the attacking trio of Antonio Galeano, Pedro Raúl, and Pedro Henrique.
Referee Raphael Claus officiated the match held at Castelão Stadium.
Looking ahead, Fortaleza will travel to face Grêmio, while Ceará will host Corinthians in their next matches. Currently, Fortaleza sits ninth in the league with 18 points, while Ceará struggles at eighteenth with just 10 points.
Substitutions for Fortaleza
- 44’ 1T – Gustavo Mancha was substituted for Diogo Barbosa
- 61’ 2T – Juan Martín Lucero was replaced by Deyverson, and Lucas Sasha was taken off for Marinho
- 79’ 2T – Breno Lopes was substituted for Allanzinho, Antonio Galeano left the field for Bruno Tubarão, and Emmanuel Martínez was replaced by Calebe
Cautions for Fortaleza
- 29’ 1T – Lucas Sasha (unsportsmanlike conduct)
- 49’ 2T – Emanuel Brítez (unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions for Ceará
- 67’ 2T – Pedro Henrique was replaced by Fernandinho, and Lucas Mugni left the match for Lourenço
- 89’ 2T – Fernando Sobral was substituted for Richardson, and Fabiano was replaced by Rafael Ramos
Cautions for Ceará
- 24’ 1T – Pedro Henrique (unsportsmanlike conduct)
- 36’ 2T – Fernandinho (unsportsmanlike conduct)
- 42’ 2T – Fabiano (unsportsmanlike conduct)
- 51’ 2T – Pedro Raúl (unsportsmanlike conduct)