In a commanding display at the Municipal Jose Maria de Campos Maia, Mirassol faced off against Santos on the 15th round of the Brasileirao, securing a significant 3-0 triumph. The opener came in the 68th minute with a well-executed play finished by Xico da Costa. Five minutes later, Reinaldo doubled the score with a powerful header, and just before the game concluded, Cristian Renato sealed the victory with a decisive shot in the 91st minute.
Xico da Costa was undoubtedly the standout performer, contributing not only a goal but also threatening the opposition with three attempts on goal.
Defender Reinaldo also left his mark, scoring once and making crucial defensive interventions by clearing two balls from dangerous areas.
Mirassol’s coach, Rafael Guanaes, opted for a 4-3-3 formation, featuring Walter in goal; a backline of Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes, and Reinaldo; a midfield comprising Danielzinho, Neto Moura, and Xico da Costa; and a forward trio of Negueba, Edson Carioca, and Gabriel.
On the other side, Santos, led by Cléber Xavier, lined up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Gabriel Brazão as the goalkeeper; Igor Vinícius, Zé Ivaldo, Luan Peres, and Souza defending; and a midfield featuring Diego Pituca, Zé Rafael, Benjamín Rollheiser, Neymar, and Álvaro Barreal, with Guilherme up front.
The referee overseeing the match was Matheus Delgado Candançan.
Looking ahead to the next round, Mirassol is set to travel to face Ceará, while Santos will host Internacional.
With this result, Mirassol now sits in seventh place with 21 points, while Santos finds themselves in fourteenth with 14 points.
Substitutions for Mirassol
59’ – Edson Carioca was replaced by José Aldo, and Neto Moura came off for Alesson. 70’ – Negueba was substituted for Carlos Eduardo, and Lucas Ramon was replaced by Daniel Borges. 87’ – Xico da Costa exited the pitch for Cristian Renato.
Yellow Cards for Mirassol
12’ – Lucas Ramon (Unsporting behavior) and 49’ – João Victor (Unsporting behavior).
Red Card for Mirassol
51’ – João Victor (Direct red).
Substitutions for Santos
45’ – Diego Pituca was replaced by Tomás Rincón. 64’ – Guilherme came off for Thaciano, and Souza was substituted for Gonzalo Escobar. 75’ – Zé Rafael was replaced by Deivid Washington, and Álvaro Barreal made way for Robinho Júnior.
Yellow Card for Santos
0’ – Tomás Rincón (Unsporting behavior).