Grêmio beats Athletico in Baixada and leaves the relegation zone

This Sunday (4), the Athletico-PR received, in League ArenaO Guild for the 21st round of the Brazilian Championship 2024. On a roll, Tricolor achieved its third victory in four games in the competition and confirmed its comeback.

Although Furacão started with greater possession of the ball and initiative, it was Tricolor Gaúcho who posed real danger from the start. At 10 minutes, Monsalve received a great pass from Fabiobut Athletico's defense managed to ward off the danger. Shortly after, in the 17th minute, Edenilson took a free kick that required a good save from Leo Linck. In sequence, Gustavo Martins headed, the goalkeeper saved, but the defender took advantage of the rebound to open the scoring.

In the very next minute, a mistake by Léo Linck, who poorly controlled the ball in the penalty area, allowed Monsalve to steal the ball and extend the lead for Grêmio: 2-0. Monsalve managed to score a third goal, but the referee disallowed it due to a foul on the defensive midfielder. Gabriel. With the disadvantage on the scoreboard, Athletico felt the pressure and anxiety took over. Despite having possession of the ball and exchanging passes, the team from Paraná was unable to pose any real threat to the goal. Rafael.

In the second half, Grêmio adjusted its strategy, dropped back and bet on counterattacks. Athletico, in turn, made changes to the team and tried to press. Neckat eight minutes, and Julimarsoon after, forced Rafael to make good saves. At 23 minutes, Martingale had the chance to reduce the deficit, but shot over the goal after being free in the area. Grêmio responded with Edenílson, who forced Léo Linck to make another great save.

In the final minutes, Edenílson hit the post with a free kick and From Queiroz scored on the rebound, but the goal was disallowed for offside. Check out some data from the match:

• Ball possession: Athletico-PR 66.1% x 33.9% Grêmio
• Finishes (accurate): Athletico-PR 17 (4); Grêmio 8 (7)
• Fouls committed: Athletico-PR 12 x 12 Grêmio
• Successful passes (%): Athletico-PR 526 (93.1%); Grêmio 156 (80%)

Both teams will leave the Brazilian Championship aside and shift their focus to the Copa do Brasil. Furacão will visit Bragantino on Wednesday, at 7pm, in the interior of São Paulo, while Grêmio will decide the spot against Corinthians, at Couto Pereira, at 9:30pm, also on Wednesday.