What Happened in Brazilian Soccer Yesterday (Wednesday, July 16th 2025)

Atlético-MG

• Without Rubens and Fausto Vera, Atlético-MG will face Bucaramanga without a natural defensive midfielder, worsening the crisis in the position amid financial struggles.

• Atlético-MG has been relegated from the U-20 Brasileirão one round before the end, after a weak campaign and a combination of poor results.

• Dudu, from Atlético-MG, will be judged by the STJD for misogynistic comments against Leila Pereira and could be suspended for up to 10 matches and fined.

Bahia

• Bahia crushed Botafogo 3–0 in the U-20 Brasileirão, reaching 19 points and moving away from the relegation zone.

• Rogério Ceni considered Bahia’s performance consistent in the goalless draw against América de Cali in the Sudamericana, highlighting the 23 shots and dominance, though regretting the lack of “luck and precision” in finishing.

Botafogo

• Botafogo drew 0 x 0 with Vitória at home in the Brasileirão Serie A.

• Davide Ancelotti praised Botafogo’s performance in the draw against Vitória, highlighting solid play and bad luck in finishing.

• Botafogo is close to signing Gonçalo Borges from Porto. The clubs have reached an agreement, but terms with the player’s staff are still pending.

• Renato Paiva, former Botafogo coach, is set to take over at Fortaleza. This will be his third Brazilian club, after Bahia and Botafogo.

Bragantino

• Bragantino drew 2 x 2 with São Paulo at Estádio Municipal Cícero de Souza Marques.

• Juninho Capixaba suffered a sprained right knee and missed the match against São Paulo in the 14th round of the league.

Ceará

• Ceará lost 0 x 1 to Corinthians at home.

• Ceará issued a statement condemning the use of flares and disorder caused by Corinthians fans. 41 fans were detained.

• Marllon and Bruno Ferreira failed in the goal play; Willian Machado and Fabiano Souza were the most consistent.

• Coach Léo Condé praised the defense but lamented poor attacking decisions and absences of Pedro Henrique and Pedro Raul.

Corinthians

• Matheuzinho received his third yellow card and will miss the derby against São Paulo.

• Maycon suffered a right thigh injury and may also miss the derby.

• Gui Negão, 18, debuted as a starter in the win over Ceará. He impressed and is now expected to get more minutes.

Cruzeiro

• Cruzeiro may change the defense for the match against Fluminense, which could determine the league lead.

• Cruzeiro ruled out Fábio’s return. The goalkeeper is set to retire at Fluminense with a contract until 2026.

• Cruzeiro had considered Fábio, Arias, and Renato Gaúcho, but none of the deals went through.

Flamengo

• Flamengo lost 1 x 0 to Santos at Vila Belmiro.

• Léo Pereira admitted a defensive error in Neymar’s goal.

• Filipe Luís made poor substitutions, and Flamengo lost shape in the second half.

• Bruno Henrique received his third yellow card and will miss the Fla-Flu.

Fluminense

• Renato Gaúcho praised Fluminense’s Club World Cup run but emphasized the need to focus on domestic competitions.

• Fluminense sold Jhon Arias to Wolverhampton for €22 million, keeping 10% of a future sale.

• Renato Gaúcho may switch to a two-defender formation against Cruzeiro, aiming for more offense.

Fortaleza

• Marcelo Grohe was approached by Fortaleza, but his salary demand is around R$ 1.5 million/month.

• Fortaleza is close to hiring Renato Paiva as head coach.

• Fortaleza is finalizing the signing of goalkeeper Vinícius Silvestre to replace injured João Ricardo and Brenno.

Grêmio

• Grêmio lost 2 x 0 to Alianza Lima in the Sul-Americana.

• Coach Mano Menezes stressed the urgent need for a playmaker.

• Despite the loss, young striker Alysson received praise as a promising offensive talent.

Internacional

• Coach Roger Machado said Ricardo Mathias is seeking consistency while Borré and Valencia lead the attack.

• Inter is focusing on long-term development despite U-20 relegation risks.

• Inter launched a ticket promotion for the match against Ceará to boost attendance.

Juventude

• Juventude is finalizing the sale of goalkeeper Luiz Turatto, 19, to Baniyas (UAE), keeping 50% of his rights.

• Gabriel Veron was signed on loan from Porto after leaving Santos. The club also brought in four other players and is seeking an experienced goalkeeper.

Mirassol

• Mirassol drew 1 x 1 with Palmeiras away.

• Chico da Costa scored in his debut, securing a crucial point in the Brasileirão.

Palmeiras

• Palmeiras reached eight months without a league win at Allianz Parque.

• Felipe Anderson may leave, with interest from Saudi Arabia and other Brazilian clubs.

• Flaco López received his third yellow card and will miss the match against Atlético-MG.

Santos

• Santos defeated Flamengo 1 x 0 at Vila Belmiro.

• Gabriel Veron had his contract terminated and joined Juventude.

• 17-year-old Robinho Jr. debuted and was praised by Neymar for his potential and resemblance to his father.

São Paulo

• São Paulo drew 2 x 2 with Bragantino.

• Goalkeeper Ederson, a São Paulo youth product, is targeted by Galatasaray and Napoli.

• The club ended the first half of 2025 with a R$ 31.8 million deficit and is working on financial recovery.

• São Paulo may bid for Brenner’s return, but negotiations with Udinese are tough.

Sport Recife

• Sport fans invaded the training center, threatened players and staff, and assaulted forward Pablo.

• Defender Chico criticized the perception that playing for Sport is just “beach and fun” and emphasized the club’s history.

• Adryelson will return to Al Wasl (UAE) under Luís Castro. Sport will receive a development fee from the €2.2 million deal.

Vasco

• RB Leipzig is negotiating with Shakhtar Donetsk for Marlon Gomes. Vasco holds rights to part of the future fee.

• Vasco is evaluating signing Alan Saldivia from Colo-Colo, valued at €1.8 million.

• After a 4–0 loss to Del Valle, Vasco needs a historic comeback in the Sudamericana to advance.

Vitória

• Vitória drew 0 x 0 with Botafogo.

• Aitor Cantalapiedra (29) is close to joining Vitória. He stands out for his versatility and playmaking skills.

• Vitória is negotiating with Portuguese midfielder Rúben Ismael, who played for Moreirense last season.

• Vitória is interested in center-back Rodrigo Guth from Fortuna Sittard; Grêmio and Bragantino are also monitoring him.