Author: Vishwajit Sawant
Criciúma secure narrow win over Avaí
Criciúma secured a narrow 1-0 win over Avaí in their Brasileirão Seria B match on Friday. The only goal of the game came in the 31st minute, when Felipe Vizeu scored with an assist from Filipe Mateus. The home side had 55% possession and created chances, but Avaí goalkeeper Gledson made crucial saves to keep his side in the game. And when, in the 40th minute, the hosts managed to beat the goalkeeper, Fabinho’s goal was disallowed for offside
Avaí’s task became even more difficult when Rafael Gava was sent off in the 42nd minute after a dangerous tackle. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Avaí continued to fight and created a few chances, but failed to score. In the end, Criciúma held on for the win.
The win moves Criciúma up to third place in the standings and maintains their 100% start to the campaign, while Avaí are in 12th place.
Vitória wins 2-0 against Londrina
Vitória won comfortably 2-0 against Londrina, with goals from Wagner Leonardo in the 8th minute and Hugo in the 18th minute. Osvaldo provided the assists for both goals.
Vitória dominated the game from the start, with Wagner Leonardo opening the scoring early on. The team’s attacking play was good, as they continued to create chances throughout the first half. Londrina struggled to contain Vitória’s offensive attack, but conceded again when Hugo increased the lead.
With the positive result, Vitória are top of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B on goal difference, while Londrina are in 13th place.
Guarani beats Ituano 1-0
Guarani secured a 1-0 win over Ituano on Friday. The game was even throughout the first half, but Guarani won a crucial penalty in the final moments of the first half, which Diogo Mateus confidently converted to give his side the lead.
In the second half, Ituano tried to recover and dominated the game, creating chances but failing to equalize. Despite pressure from the visitors, Guarani managed to hold on to the decisive three points to climb to second place in the table. Ituano are in 11th place.