Fred's Performance Sends Atletico Mineiro to the Semifinals
Displaying a critical performance against Cruzeiro, the experienced midfielder ensured his team advanced in the cup competition.
Fred, who transferred from Fenerbahçe to Atletico Mineiro, became the player who carried his team to the semifinals with a goal and an assist in the second leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals against Cruzeiro.
Comeback in the Critical Match
Although Atletico Mineiro fell 1-0 behind in the 30th minute during the second leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals against Cruzeiro, they did not give up the fight.
Moments That Changed the Fate of the Match
The experienced midfielder provided the assist for Hugo's goal in the 77th minute, allowing his team to equalize the match.
Stepping up in the final stages of the match, the player made the critical contribution that brought victory to his team.
First Goal Celebration with His New Jersey
In the 88th minute of the match, his placed shot with his left foot from outside the penalty box hit the post and found the net, securing a 2-1 victory for his team.
This stylish shot also went down in the records as the player's first goal scored wearing the Atletico Mineiro jersey.
Emotional Moments After the Match
Unable to hold back his tears after the match, the player stated that he could not have imagined this moment even in his greatest dreams.
He also expressed that he dedicated this meaningful goal to his teammate Maycon, who suffered an injury during the warmup.
Praise from a Teammate
Atletico Mineiro's experienced star Hulk congratulated Fred in a social media post after the match.
In his post, he emphasized that the number 7 jersey was blessed and celebrated his teammate's performance.