Match report

Internacional Stuns Atletico-MG 2-1 in Serie A Clash

Internacional
Internacional
2–1
FT
Atletico-MG
Atletico-MG
Dec 8, 2019

In a remarkable comeback, Internacional managed to overcome an early goal from Atletico-MG's R. Otero to secure a 2-1 victory in their Serie A clash. The match, played with high intensity, saw Internacional fighting back with goals from P. Guerrero and Víctor Cuesta in the second half, turning the tide in their favor and securing a crucial three points in the competition.

Key Facts

  • R. Otero scored for Atletico-MG in the 6th minute, assisted by F. Di Santo.
  • P. Guerrero equalized for Internacional in the 82nd minute.
  • Víctor Cuesta scored the winning goal for Internacional in injury time of the 90th minute, assisted by A. D'Alessandro.
  • Internacional made three substitutions: Rafael Sóbis, Nonato, and Wellington Silva came on for Sarrafiore, Heitor, and Neilton respectively.
  • Atletico-MG made two substitutions: L. Hernández and Ramon Martinez came on for Hulk and Bruninho.

Lineups

Internacional

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 12 Marcelo Lomba (G)
  • 15 V. Cuesta (D)
  • 45 Bruno Fuchs (D)
  • 31 Heitor (D)
  • 10 A. D'Alessandro (M)
  • 8 Edenílson (M)
  • 19 Rodrigo Lindoso (M)
  • 28 Natanael Pimienta (D)
  • 17 Neilton (M)
  • 29 M. Sarrafiore (M)
  • 9 P. Guerrero (F)

Substitutes

  • 23 Rafael Sóbis
  • 33 Nonato
  • 11 Wellington Silva
  • 1 Danilo Fernandes
  • 20 Emerson Santos
  • 44 Klaus
  • 34 Erik
  • 35 José Gabriel
  • 21 Bruno Silva
  • 2 Bruno
  • 4 Rodrigo Moledo
  • 77 Guilherme Parede

Atletico-MG

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 Victor (G)
  • 3 Leonardo Silva (D)
  • 28 L. Hernández (D)
  • 19 Iago Maidana (D)
  • 98 Guga (D)
  • 29 Vinícius Goes (M)
  • 80 R. Otero (M)
  • 14 José Welison (M)
  • 5 R. Martínez (M)
  • 26 F. Di Santo (F)
  • 11 Maicon (M)

Substitutes

  • 20 D. Terans
  • 22 Hulk
  • 43 Bruninho
  • 45 Talison
  • 33 Fernando
  • 42 Guilherme Castilho
  • 34 Vitor Mendes
  • 16 Igor Rabello
  • 40 Cleiton
  • 51 Leo Griggio
  • 53 Bruno Michel

Timeline

  1. Atletico-MG
    6' Atletico-MG Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Otero · Assist: F. Di Santo
  2. Atletico-MG
    45' Atletico-MG Card · Yellow Card
    R. Otero
  3. Atletico-MG
    46' Atletico-MG subst · Substitution 1
    Off: R. Otero · On: D. Terans
  4. Internacional
    47' Internacional Card · Yellow Card
    P. Guerrero
  5. Internacional
    57' Internacional Card · Yellow Card
    Neílton
  6. Internacional
    64' Internacional subst · Substitution 1
    Off: M. Sarrafiore · On: Rafael Sóbis
  7. Internacional
    69' Internacional Card · Yellow Card
    Natanael Pimienta
  8. Internacional
    71' Internacional subst · Substitution 2
    Off: Heitor · On: Nonato
  9. Internacional
    81' Internacional subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Neílton · On: Wellington Silva
  10. Internacional
    82' Internacional Goal · Normal Goal
    P. Guerrero
  11. Atletico-MG
    87' Atletico-MG subst · Substitution 2
    Off: L. Hernández · On: Hulk
  12. Atletico-MG
    87' Atletico-MG subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Ramon Martinez · On: Bruninho
  13. Internacional
    90'+8 Internacional Goal · Normal Goal
    Víctor Cuesta · Assist: A. D'Alessandro
  14. Internacional
    90' Internacional Card · Yellow Card
    A. D'Alessandro

Match Stats

Stat Internacional Atletico-MG
Fouls 11 16
Pass Accuracy 83% 72%
Offsides 2 1
Red Cards
Total Shots 20 10
Corners 18 3
Total Passes 472 269
Yellow Cards 4 1
Blocked Shots 7 1
Shots on Target 8 4
Shots off Target 5 5
Possession 65% 35%
Accurate Passes 393 193
Shots Inside Box 13 7
Saves 3 5
Shots Outside Box 7 3

Key Match Notes

  • The early goal by R. Otero for Atletico-MG set the tone for an intense match, but Internacional's response was immediate and relentless.
  • P. Guerrero's goal in the 82nd minute marked a significant shift in momentum, giving Internacional the confidence to push for the lead.
  • The winning goal by Víctor Cuesta in injury time solidified Internacional's comeback, sealing a vital win for the team in the Serie A race.