Ferroviária kicked off their campaign in the Campeonato Brasileiro Feminino Sub-20 with a crucial 1-0 victory over Atlético-MG on Tuesday night. The match, held at the Estádio Municipal de Santana de Parnaíba, saw Ferroviária’s Guerreirinhas Grenás secure their first three points in the tournament, marking a promising start.
The first half of the game was characterized by a cautious approach from both teams, resulting in few scoring opportunities. While the teams studied each other, Ferroviária managed to maintain more possession and spent much of the time in the attacking half. However, neither side could break the deadlock, leading to a goalless first half.
Ferroviária’s Dominance in the Second Half
The second half saw a shift in momentum as Ferroviária’s coach, Júlia Passero, made several tactical substitutions that increased their attacking pressure. This strategic move paid off at the 17-minute mark when Raissa capitalized on a loose ball in the penalty area, striking it into the left corner past Atlético-MG’s goalkeeper, Amanda. This goal proved decisive, giving Ferroviária the lead and ultimately securing the win.
In the final minutes of the game, Ferroviária nearly doubled their lead when Rhaissa Oliveira unleashed a powerful close-range shot, only to be denied by an impressive save from the Atlético-MG goalkeeper, who managed to tip the ball over the bar.
Despite the victory, Ferroviária opted to rest key players, including defender Yasmin and forward Aline Gomes, who had played the full 90 minutes against Corinthians in the senior Brazilian Women’s Championship just two days prior. Both were available as substitutes but were not called into action.
This win places Ferroviária in a strong position early in the tournament, with their next match scheduled against Vasco da Gama on Thursday, October 5, at the same venue. The match will be crucial for maintaining their momentum in the competition as they look to build on their positive start.
