In the first round of the Brasileirao, Atlético Mineiro hosted Palmeiras in a thrilling encounter that ended in a 2-2 draw.
The local side saw goals from Victor Hugo (43’ 1T) and Khellven (28’ 2T, own goal), while the visitors found the net through José Manuel López (26’ 1T) and Vitor Roque (38’ 2T).
Vitor Roque emerged as the standout player in this match, delivering a top-notch performance by scoring one goal and taking two shots on goal.
Defensively, Renan Lodi shined for Atlético Mineiro, clearing three potential scoring chances and showing solid game management.
Jorge Sampaoli’s Atlético Mineiro lined up in a 3-4-3 formation with Éverson as goalkeeper, supported by defenders Ruan Tressoldi, Júnior Alonso, and Renan Lodi; a midfield comprising Maycon, Alan Franco, Igor Gomes, and Victor Hugo; along with forwards Bernard, Dudu, and Hulk.
On the other side, Abel Ferreira’s Palmeiras set up in a 4-4-2 formation with Carlos Miguel guarding the net; Khellven, Gustavo Gómez, Murilo Cerqueira, and Joaquín Piquerez forming the defense; Marlon Freitas, Andreas Pereira, Maurício, and Allan in the midfield; and Ramón Sosa paired with José Manuel López up front.
The match was officiated by referee Bruno Arleu de Araujo at the Arena MRV.
Looking ahead, Atlético Mineiro will face RB Bragantino away in their next fixture, while Palmeiras will play at home against Vitória.
This result leaves both teams with one point, placing Atlético Mineiro in fourth position and Palmeiras in third in the league standings.
Substitutions for Atlético Mineiro
60’ 2T – Bernard was replaced by Gustavo Scarpa and Dudu was substituted for Tomás Cuello.
75’ 2T – Victor Hugo exited for Alexsander.
85’ 2T – Igor Gomes made way for Reinier.
Bookings for Atlético Mineiro:
0’ 2T Alan Franco (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 19’ 2T Jorge Sampaoli (Insulting or disapproving of the referee), 42’ 2T Alexsander (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 51’ 2T Renan Lodi (Unsportsmanlike conduct).
Red Card for Atlético Mineiro:
48’ 2T Jorge Sampaoli (Red card for two yellow cards).
Substitutions for Palmeiras
77’ 2T – Ramón Sosa was replaced by Vitor Roque.
82’ 2T – Joaquín Piquerez was substituted for Arthur Gabriel, Allan for Riquelme Fillipi, and Khellven for Agustín Giay.
84’ 2T – Maurício went off for Luighi.
Bookings for Palmeiras:
35’ 2T Maurício (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 41’ 2T Vitor Roque (Unsportsmanlike conduct).