There’s been a shake-up in the relegation zone (Z-4) of the 2025 Brasileirão.
Just a day after Santos found some relief, Vitória intensified the battle against relegation in front of 30,723 fans.
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The team squared off against Mirassol in a thrilling match at the packed Barradão on Saturday afternoon (29th), securing a 2-0 victory thanks to goals from Lucas Halter and Matheuzinho.
This result, from the 36th round of the league, lifted the Rubro-Negro out of the Z-4 and dropped Internacional into the bottom four.
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A Dynamic Match at Barradão
Having already secured a spot in the preliminary rounds of the Libertadores, Mirassol entered the match looking to clinch a position in the group stage of the tournament.
The first half was high-octane, with vigorous play from both teams.
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It was the Rubro-Negro who took control, with their captain scoring in the 25th minute after defeating Walter.
In the second half, Jair Ventura’s squad remained cautious, aware of the threat of an equalizer.
Mirassol, guided by Guanaes, intensified their efforts, achieving up to 80% possession and applying pressure.
However, they struggled to convert their chances.
Then, VAR intervened, leading Wilton Pereira Sampaio to confirm a penalty for Cristian’s foul on Ramon.
Matheuzinho converted the penalty in the 90th minute, leaving Walter with no chance.
This result proved vital for Leão.
📊 Current Standings:
Ceará will still compete in the 36th round, hosting Cruzeiro later (9 PM).
Vitória trails behind Vozão, having one fewer positive result (ten vs. eleven).
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Currently 18th, Fortaleza still has three matches remaining.
14th – Ceará – 42 points
Last matches: Cruzeiro (H), Flamengo (A), and Palmeiras (H)
15th – Vitória – 42 points
Last matches: Red Bull Bragantino (A) and São Paulo (H)
16th – Santos – 41 points, -11 goal difference
Last matches: Juventude (A) and Cruzeiro (H)
17th – Internacional – 41 points, -12 goal difference
Last matches: São Paulo (A) and Red Bull Bragantino (H)
18th – Fortaleza – 37 points
Last matches: Atlético (H), Corinthians (H), and Botafogo (A)
19th – Juventude – 34 points (relegated)
20th – Sport – 17 points (relegated)
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