Fluminense earned a crucial three points at home by defeating Mirassol 1-0 in the 32nd round of the Brasileirao. Kevin Serna became the hero of the match when he netted the only goal in the 30th minute of the first half.
The midfielder executed a remarkable strike from the edge of the penalty area after a brilliant individual effort down the left flank, with the ball finding its way past Walter Capeloza Artune and into the net.
Kevin Serna was undoubtedly the standout player, not only scoring the decisive goal but also taking two shots at the opposing goal throughout the match. Defensively, Juan Freytes played a vital role for Fluminense, clearing five balls out of danger.
The home crowd was lifted at the 40-minute mark of the first half when Luciano Acosta showcased his skill with a nutmeg on Neto Moura.
Fluminense’s head coach, Luis Zubeldía, opted for a 4-5-1 formation, fielding Fábio in goal; Samuel Xavier, Thiago Silva, Juan Freytes, and Renê in defense; Hércules, Mattheus Martinelli, Kevin Serna, Luciano Acosta, and Agustín Canobbio in midfield; with Everaldo leading the attack.
On the other hand, Mirassol, under the management of Rafael Guanaes, also utilized a 4-5-1 setup, featuring Walter in goal; Daniel Borges, João Victor, Jemmes, and Reinaldo in defense; Neto Moura, Danielzinho, Shaylon, Yago Felipe, and Negueba in midfield; with Xico da Costa as the forward.
Anderson Daronco was appointed as the match referee at the Maracanã Stadium.
Looking ahead to the next fixtures, Fluminense will travel to face Cruzeiro, while Mirassol will host Palmeiras.
With this victory, Fluminense now has 50 points in the tournament, placing them seventh in the standings, while Mirassol remains in fourth place with 56 points.
Substitutions for Fluminense
76’ 2T – Mattheus Martinelli out for Facundo Bernal; Everaldo out for John Kennedy
85’ 2T – Luciano Acosta out for Nonato; Kevin Serna out for Keno
Yellow Cards for Fluminense:
44’ 1T – Luciano Acosta (Unsporting behavior), 17’ 2T – Mattheus Martinelli (Unsporting behavior), 19’ 2T – Renê (Holding the opponent to prevent advancement), 45’ 2T – Keno (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Mirassol
45’ 2T – Daniel Borges out for Lucas Ramon; Yago Felipe out for Gabriel
63’ 2T – Danielzinho out for Guilherme Marques; Negueba out for Alesson
75’ 2T – Neto Moura out for Carlos Eduardo
Yellow Cards for Mirassol:
2’ 1T – Daniel Borges (Holding the opponent to prevent advancement), 26’ 2T – Lucas Ramon (Unsporting behavior)