Atlético create, win and now control their own fate for top spot 🎥 | OneFootball

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Still unable to count on Massa at Arena MRV for the South American tournament, Atlético did its part on Thursday night (15).

Produced enough to thrash. And defeated Caracas 3-1.

A score that was only not bigger thanks to the Venezuelan team's goalkeeper and the crossbar.

It now depends only on its own strength to advance to the round of 16 of the South American Cup as the leader of Group H.

Check out the best moments of the match below (Available only in Brazil)

Plenty of chances 🔥

Galo did enough for an elastic score already in the 1st half.

However, it lacked combining with Benítez and the crossbar.

The Caracas goalkeeper made three great saves.

Hulk and Saraiva still hit the crossbar once each.

It was up to Edet, against, to score for Galo (29').

Before the Atlético goal, Everson did his part in the only good scoring chance for Caracas by frustrating Echenique.

Changes, excitement, and a deserved victory 💪🏽

Cuca rested starters and bet on others - in addition to Victor Hugo - soon after the interval.

And Galo returned well, expanding to 48' with Cuello - who deserved it.

The good Atlético moment lasted little, as VAR indicated a penalty from Caio Paulista in Echenique. And De Santis scored (60').

The game became dangerous for Cuca's team, as Caracas gained momentum.

And the Atlético marking no longer had the same fit.

The new changes took effect. Atlético increased production and Rony expanded (77').

Atlético maintained the pace. And had several chances to thrash.

Highlights for Scarpa trying an Olympic goal and Cuello on fire.

📊 Table and schedule 📅

Atlético went to eight points. Left Caracas with five.

Later, Cienciano reached nine points by defeating Deportes Iquique (four).

The final round will be on the 29th of this month. It will have: Atlético (already with fans) x Cienciano and Caracas x Iquique.

Whoever finishes second will go to the playoffs of the round of 16 against a third-placed team in the group stage of the Libertadores.

Atlético will play again on Sunday (18), when they will be visitors at Mineirão against Cruzeiro.

Game for the ninth round of the Brazilian Championship.

Then, on Wednesday (21), they will host Maringá for the return of the third phase of the Copa do Brasil - the first leg was 2-2.

📸 DOUGLAS MAGNO - AFP or licensors