What Happened in Brazilian Soccer Yesterday (Wednesday, October 15th, 2025)

Atlético-MG

• Atlético-MG 1x1 Cruzeiro – Home Atlético – Brasileirão

• Atlético-MG dominated the derby with Sampaoli-style intensity but failed to convert chances, drawing 1–1 against Cruzeiro despite having a man advantage.

• Sampaoli praises Atlético-MG for controlling the match, calling the draw a sign of progress and highlighting the team’s clear superiority and effort.

• Dudu and Bernard stood out offensively, while Ruan Tressoldi scored and performed securely; still, Atlético-MG only managed a draw against Cruzeiro at Arena MRV.

Bahia

• Bahia completed its preparations for the Ba-Vi derby, with the returns of Gabriel Xavier, Santi Arias, Rodrigo Nestor, and Sanabria. Erick and Ruan Pablo are also available.Out are Willian José and Gilberto (suspended), plus Everton Ribeiro, Caio Alexandre, Luciano Juba, Erick Pulga, and João Paulo. The team sits 6th with 43 points.

Botafogo

• Botafogo 0x3 Flamengo – Home Botafogo – Brasileirão

• Without a reaction, Botafogo was dominated by Flamengo and lost 3–0 at Nilton Santos, exposing emotional fragility and offensive struggles.

• President João Paulo Magalhães defended CEO Thairo Arruda and criticized groups spreading misinformation about John Textor and the SAF. He reaffirmed unity and stability within the club.

• Davide Ancelotti admitted Botafogo’s offensive decline and lack of confidence but said he remains motivated to secure a Libertadores spot, ensuring internal unity despite pressure and absences.

Bragantino

• Palmeiras 5x1 Bragantino – Allianz Parque – Brasileirão

• Midfielder Gabriel, 33, a Red Bull Bragantino starter with 39 matches and one goal in 2025, renewed his contract through 2026.

• Bragantino lost 5–1 to Palmeiras, with Jhon Jhon scoring their lone goal. The team remains 10th with 36 points and will face Juventude on October 20 at 7 p.m.

Ceará

• Sport 1x1 Ceará – Home Sport – Brasileirão

• Ceará drew 1–1 with Sport in Recife: after dominating the first half and scoring through Pedro Raul at 37’, they conceded the equalizer at 41’. Goalkeeper Bruno Ferreira made key saves.Ceará sits 11th with 35 points and will face Botafogo on Sunday (19) at 6:30 p.m.

Corinthians

• Santos 3x1 Corinthians – Vila Belmiro – Brasileirão

• Defender Gustavo Henrique, 31, received his third yellow card in the loss and will miss the next match. Corinthians, 12th with 33 points, may have André Ramalho back against Atlético-MG.

• Midfielder José Martínez, 28, from Venezuela, returned to training alone after a six-day absence, frustrating coach Dorival Júnior. The club has not commented on potential discipline.

• With Martínez unavailable due to a visa issue involving his son, André Luiz (19) is expected to start. He was chosen by 43.7% of fans as the ideal replacement after scoring his first goal for the club.

Cruzeiro

• Atlético-MG 1x1 Cruzeiro – Home Atlético – Brasileirão

• Cruzeiro held on for a draw despite being a man down, showing resilience in a poor performance but losing ground in the standings.

• Lucas Silva revealed he tried to take the team off the field after the corner mistake that led to Atlético-MG’s goal, calling it “crucial” while praising team spirit.

• Kaio Jorge apologized for a “theft” gesture toward the referee that led to his expulsion, admitting he acted impulsively.

Flamengo

• Flamengo 3x0 Botafogo – Home Botafogo – Brasileirão

• Flamengo dominated Botafogo 3–0 with a strong collective display and a decisive attacking trio, boosting confidence ahead of the title clash with Palmeiras.

• Filipe Luís praised Pedro and Pulgar after the win, avoided confirming starters, and emphasized teamwork, saying “the pitch speaks.”

• Bap criticized Libra, accusing the group of favoring Palmeiras and excluding Flamengo. He defended staying in the bloc but demanded a fairer TV revenue split.

Fluminense

• With Botafogo’s defeat, Fluminense now depends only on itself to reach the G-6 and fight for a Libertadores spot. The team has won all home games under Zubeldía.

• Riquelme may start against Juventude, with Lima replacing Lucho Acosta. Zubeldía is still assessing Serna and Keno as Fluminense seeks another win.

• Fluminense begins a four-game Maracanã stretch with eight players one yellow card away from suspension, including Martinelli and Acosta, before facing Vasco.

Fortaleza

• Fortaleza 0x2 Vasco – Home Fortaleza – Brasileirão

• Goalkeeper João Ricardo underwent shoulder tendon surgery and will be out for about six months, returning only in 2026. Brenno remains the starter.

• Playing at home with a man advantage since the 38th minute, Fortaleza lost 2–0 to Vasco, showing offensive inefficiency and deepening relegation concerns. A post-match brawl led to multiple suspensions.

Grêmio

• Grêmio vs. São Paulo – Brasileirão PreviewGrêmio faces São Paulo amid referee controversies and lineup shortages, still missing Kannemann, Marlon, André Henrique, Tiago Volpi, and Aravena.

• The Guardian highlighted Gabriel Mec (born 2008) as one of the top global prospects in his age group.

Internacional

• Mirassol 3x1 Internacional – Home Mirassol – Brasileirão

• Internacional was outplayed by Mirassol in a 3–1 defeat, revealing management flaws and tactical confusion under Ramón Díaz.

• Ramón Díaz admitted the team was thoroughly beaten, citing tactical and execution issues.

• Romero will miss the match against Sport; Vitão is under evaluation as Inter seeks recovery after the Mirassol loss.

Juventude

• Midfielder Luis Mandaca praised the team’s improvement under Thiago Carpini, saying that with him from the start, Juventude would be higher in the table.

• Ahead of the match against Fluminense, Carpini regains Mandaca but still faces defensive problems, with Rodrigo Sam suspended. Juventude aims to end a six-game winless streak.

Mirassol

• Mirassol 3x1 Internacional – Home Mirassol – Brasileirão

• Mirassol beat Internacional 3–1 at Maião, remaining unbeaten at home and in contention for a Libertadores spot. Goals by Neto Moura, Reinaldo, and Negueba; Thiago Maia scored for Inter.

• Coach Rafael Guanaes praised the team’s maturity and collective effort, highlighting goalkeeper Muralha and the home invincibility.

Palmeiras

• Palmeiras 5x1 Bragantino – Allianz Parque – Brasileirão

• With two goals from Vitor Roque (19), Palmeiras crushed Bragantino 5–1, maintaining the league lead with 61 points.

• Abel Ferreira praised Roque’s form (12 goals, 4 assists in 14 games) and hinted that Ancelotti may call him up to the national team.

• Goalkeeper Weverton (36) is being monitored by Internacional for 2026, while Palmeiras plans to renew his contract through 2027 and prepare Carlos Miguel as successor.

Santos

• Santos 3x1 Corinthians – Vila Belmiro – Brasileirão

• Goalkeeper João Pedro (17) celebrated his U-17 World Cup call-up for Brazil after shining in the South American Championship.

• Forward Robinho Jr (17), son of Robinho, could feature against Corinthians, drawing scouts from Inter Milan and four other European clubs.

• Midfielder João Schmidt (31) is suspended for the clash against Vitória, a key relegation battle. Thaciano and Rincón may return; Neymar remains injured.

São Paulo

• São Paulo faces Grêmio this Thursday (16) at 7 p.m., missing Cédric Soares, Enzo Díaz, Pablo Maia, Oscar, and Bobadilla.

• The club received three CONMEBOL fines after the Libertadores quarterfinal loss to LDU: $20,000 for match delay, $20,000 for fireworks, and $50,000 for coach Hernán Crespo’s lateness.

• President Julio Casares reaffirmed support for football director Carlos Belmonte, denying internal conflicts despite fan protests.

Sport Recife

• Sport 1x1 Ceará – Home Sport – Brasileirão

• Pedro Raul scored for Ceará at 37’, and Igor Cariús equalized for Sport at 41’. After a balanced finish, Sport remains bottom with 17 points; Ceará sits 11th with 35.

• The Pernambuco Arena stated it was not consulted before Sport scheduled Sport vs. Flamengo for November 13, citing another event on that date and suggesting a reschedule to November 15. The club risks a fine after selling match operations for R$3 million.

• After the draw, Pablo criticized the team’s lack of urgency and aggression, saying Sport “waits for tragedy before reacting,” adding pressure on the squad.

Vasco

• Fortaleza 0x2 Vasco – Home Fortaleza – Brasileirão

• Even with a man down since the first half, Vasco beat Fortaleza 2–0 away with goals from Rayan and David, ending a 22-year winless streak at Castelão and climbing to 9th place.

• Fernando Diniz praised Rayan, calling him “the most complete forward in Brazilian football,” and urged his national team call-up. He also lauded goalkeeper Léo Jardim and the team’s discipline.

Vitória

• Vitória finished preparations for the Ba-Vi derby at Barradão with 23 players, including Fabri and Paulo Roberto. The team is 17th with 25 points and aims to recover against 6th-placed Bahia (43).

• Romarinho and Ruben Ismael were ruled out of the derby, with the club’s medical staff set to release updates.

• Vitória filed a complaint with CNRD/CBF after Grêmio delayed a US$500,000 payment (about R$2.8 million) for defender Wagner Leonardo, sold in February for US$4.5 million.