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A thrilling match between Maringá and Atlético-MG ended in a 2-2 draw, leaving both sets of fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
Both teams approached the game with intensity. Maringá, looking to capitalize on their home advantage, played a more direct style, focusing on quick transitions and counter-attacks. Atlético-MG, despite playing away, showcased their usual attacking prowess, controlling possession and looking to penetrate through the middle of the pitch. The early stages saw a back-and-forth battle, with chances created on both sides.
The first half was a closely contested affair, with Maringá taking the lead through an own goal early in the first half. Atlético-MG responded with a goal from Hulk to tie the score. The second half was even more dramatic, with substitutions and crucial moments deciding the outcome. Both teams piled on the pressure in the final 30 minutes, with some tense exchanges between the players and a couple of yellow cards awarded.
A moment of controversy arose when a penalty was awarded to Maringá, but the VAR intervened and cancelled it. The penalty, if confirmed, would have dramatically changed the game. Though Maringá did eventually add another goal late in the game with a goal from Matheus Moraes, but Atlético-MG also brought a late comeback and an exciting moment in the final minutes when Hulk put in another goal and gave them a chance of winning the match.
In the end, the result was a remarkable 2-2 draw, proving to be a hard fought contest. Both teams showed great fighting spirit. The intensity of the game reflected both teams' commitment to victory.