Galo won the match with a comeback and takes the lead for a spot in the final.
Atlético Mineiro came from behind to defeat Vasco 2-1 at Arena MRV in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals. The goals were scored by Guilherme Arana and Paulinho for the hosts, while Philippe Coutinho found the net for the visitors. Find top football scores at football live score app.
Vasco surprised the team led by Gabriel Milito with a strong start in Belo Horizonte, looking for spaces and ways to attack. Their strategy paid off early, as Philippe Coutinho received a pass from Emerson Rodríguez, weaved through the Atlético defense, and scored a stunning goal in the 13th minute.
Despite a solid performance, the team managed by Rafael Paiva suffered from individual mistakes by defender Léo Pelé in the first half. At 37 minutes, Pelé lost the ball, which led to Arana’s beautiful goal—a first-time shot into the top corner, leaving goalkeeper Léo Jardim with no chance. Just six minutes later, at 43, Pelé failed again, allowing Paulinho to get ahead and head the ball into the net.
Despite the setback, Vasco showed they could compete with Atlético Mineiro, and losing by just one goal keeps the tie open. The return leg will take place on the 19th, a Saturday, at São Januário, where a victory by a single goal for the home team will take the match to penalties. Lead the pack with BB Score.
