In an intense match at Castelão Stadium, Internacional triumphed over Ceará with a score of 2-1 during the 34th round of the Brasileirão. The home side saw Ricardo Mathias score an own goal in the 80th minute, leading to their temporary equalizer, while Vitinho (75’) and Ricardo Mathias (81’) netted the crucial goals for the visitors.
The breakthrough for Internacional came at the 81st minute when Ricardo Mathias capitalized on a well-executed cross from Alan Patrick, finding the back of the net in a dramatic finish.
Mathias was undeniably the standout player of the match, scoring twice and significantly influencing the outcome, despite his earlier own goal. Vitinho also played a pivotal role, contributing a goal and making several attempts on goal.
Ceará’s manager, Leonardo Rodrigues Condé, opted for a 4-3-3 formation featuring goalkeeper Bruno Ferreira, flanked by defenders Fabiano, Marcos Victor, Willian Machado, and Matheus Bahia. The midfield was composed of Vinicius Zanocelo, Diego, and Vina, while the attack was led by Antonio Galeano, Pedro Raúl, and Pedro Henrique.
Ramón Díaz, the head coach of Internacional, deployed a 4-5-1 setup with Ivan Quaresma in goal, supported by a defensive line consisting of Bruno Gomes, Gabriel Mercado, Vitão, and Alexandro Bernabei. The midfield saw Alan Rodríguez, Luis Otávio, Bruno Tabata, Alan Patrick, and Vitinho, with Rafael Santos Borré as the sole striker.
The referee for this match was Rodrigo Pereira de Lima, who officiated the encounter with precision.
Looking ahead, Ceará will be attempting to bounce back as they travel to face Mirassol, while Internacional will host Santos in their next fixture.
This result has elevated the host team to 42 points, placing them fourteenth in the league standings, whereas Ceará remains with 40 points, sitting in fifteenth place.
Substitutions for Ceará
53’ – Pedro Henrique was replaced by Fernandinho
72’ – Antonio Galeano was substituted for Paulo Baya
81’ – Vinicius Zanocelo and Diego both made way for Lucas Mugni and Lourenço respectively.
Yellow Cards for Ceará:
Diego at 0’ 1T (Unsporting behavior), Pedro Raúl at 46’ 1T (Insulting the referee).
Red Card for Ceará:
Vina at 4’ 1T (Direct red).
Substitutions for Internacional
45’ – Ivan Quaresma out for Anthoni, Bruno Tabata out for Johan Carbonero
55’ – Alan Rodríguez out for Ricardo Mathias
62’ – Luis Otávio out for Braian Aguirre
92’ – Alan Patrick out for Juninho.
Yellow Card for Internacional:
Luis Otávio at 13’ 2T (Unsporting behavior).
Red Cards for Internacional:
Bruno Tabata at 34’ 2T (Direct red), Johan Carbonero at 43’ 2T (Direct red).