Flamengo secured three vital points at home against Atlético Mineiro during their match corresponding to the 17th round of the Brasileirao. Léo Ortiz netted the only goal of the match in the 74th minute, decisively altering the course of the game.
After receiving a well-placed pass from Luiz Araújo, the defender expertly directed a header into the goal from inside the box.
Earlier in the match, Gustavo Scarpa came close for Atlético Mineiro, hitting the post with a powerful shot in the 24th minute of the first half, denying the crowd their roaring cheer.
Léo Ortiz was undoubtedly the standout player of the match. The Flamengo defender not only scored but also made significant contributions defensively by clearing six dangerous balls.
Another key figure for Flamengo was goalkeeper Agustín Rossi, who had an outstanding game and saved six shots from Atlético Mineiro, ensuring his team’s clean sheet.
Under the guidance of coach Filipe Kasmirski, Flamengo deployed a 4-5-1 formation, led by Agustín Rossi in goal. The defense included Guillermo Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Matías Viña, while the midfield featured Allan, Jorginho, Gonzalo Plata, Giorgian De Arrascaeta, and Bruno Henrique, with Pedro spearheading the attack.
On the other hand, Atlético Mineiro, coached by Alexi Stival, utilized a 3-6-1 setup. Éverson guarded the net, supported by defenders Renzo Saravia, Igor Rabello, and Júnior Alonso. The midfield comprised Gabriel Menino, Fausto Vera, Alan Franco, Gustavo Scarpa, Rony, and Tomás Cuello, with Hulk leading the front line.
The match was officiated by referee Ramon Abatti Abel.
Flamengo is set to visit Ceará in their next encounter, while Atlético Mineiro will host RB Bragantino at the Arena MRV. Following this match, Flamengo leads the league with 36 points, while Atlético Mineiro sits in 13th place, having accumulated 20 points.
Substitutions for Flamengo
60’ 2T – Gonzalo Plata was replaced by Wallace Yan; Giorgian De Arrascaeta was substituted for Luiz Araújo.
77’ 2T – Pedro made way for Juninho Vieira.
86’ 2T – Matías Viña was replaced by Cleiton.
Booked players for Flamengo:
20’ 1T – Allan (Reiteration of fouls); 12’ 2T – Pedro (Reiteration of fouls); 15’ 2T – Matías Viña (Reiteration of fouls); 30’ 2T – Wallace Yan (Unsporting conduct).
Substitutions for Atlético Mineiro
45’ 2T – Fausto Vera was replaced by Natanael; Allan was substituted for Evertton.
67’ 2T – Gabriel Menino went out for Júnior Santos.
78’ 2T – Renzo Saravia made way for Biel; Rony was replaced by Igor Gomes.
82’ 2T – Tomás Cuello was substituted by Bernard.
Booked players for Atlético Mineiro:
35’ 1T – Fausto Vera (Unsporting conduct); 44’ 1T – Éverson (Insulting or disapproving the referee); 2’ 2T – Renzo Saravia (Unsporting conduct); 7’ 2T – Hulk (Insulting or disapproving the referee).