Vitória faced some initial challenges but ultimately secured a 2-0 victory against C. do Remo in the first round of the Brasileirao, held at the Barradão Stadium. The match saw striker Renato Kayzer score the opening goal just 12 minutes into the second half, followed by Baralhas netting the second goal in the 76th minute, sealing the win for Vitória.
A standout moment came from Kayzer’s stunning strike in the 57th minute. He found the back of the net with an impressive shot into the right side of the goal, receiving a precise corner kick from Erick.
Late in the game, Fabri had a chance to extend the lead but struck the post in the 87th minute, missing a crucial opportunity.
Erick was named man of the match after showcasing an exceptional performance, attempting two shots on goal and completing two key passes.
Kayzer not only scored but also took three shots, highlighting his importance in the match for Vitória.
Head coach Jair Ventura arranged the team in a 5-4-1 formation, with Gabriel in goal; a defensive line including Mateusinho, Riccieli, Camutanga, Zé Marcos, and Ramon; midfield players Baralhas, Caíque Gonçalves, Aitor Cantalapiedra, and Matheuzinho Fogaça; and Kayzer leading the attack.
On the other side, Juan Carlos Osorio deployed a 4-5-1 setup for Remo, featuring Marcelo Rangel in goal; João Lucas, Marllon, Léo Andrade, and Kayky Almeida in defense; a midfield three of Zé Ricardo, Patrick de Paula, Yago Pikachu, Jáderson, and Alef Manga; with João Pedro up front.
The official referee for this match was Ramon Abatti Abel.
Looking ahead, Vitória is set to visit Palmeiras in the next round, while C. do Remo will host Mirassol. Currently, Vitória sits atop the table with 3 points, while Remo is struggling without any points, positioned 20th in the standings.
Substitutions for Vitória
46’ 2T – Aitor Cantalapiedra out for Dudu; Riccieli out for Erick
62’ 2T – Ramon out for Jamerson Bahia
71’ 2T – Renato Kayzer out for Fabri
80’ 2T – Matheuzinho Fogaça out for Osvaldo
Yellow Cards for Vitória:
27’ 1T – Baralhas (Unsporting behavior); 37’ 1T – Ramon (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Remo
33’ 1T – Jáderson out for Patrick
45’ 2T – Zé Ricardo out for Giovanni Pavani
55’ 2T – João Pedro out for Eduardo Melo
67’ 2T – Patrick de Paula out for Dodô; Alef Manga out for Marcelinho
Yellow Cards for Remo:
14’ 1T – Zé Ricardo (Unsporting behavior); 42’ 1T – Patrick de Paula (Unsporting behavior); 76’ 2T – Dodô (Unsporting behavior); 94’ 2T – Léo Andrade (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement)