Galo’s qualification for the Copa do Brasil semifinal had one fundamental ingredient: the strength of the Massa. On Tuesday night (1st), the Atlético fans turned Arena MRV into a true cauldron and pushed the team throughout the 90 minutes in the 2-1 victory over Cruzeiro.
Since the first leg at Mineirão, the Massa had already shown it would do its part in the showdown. In the return leg, at home, the celebration reached new heights.
Fire street
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Even before the ball started rolling, the area around Arena MRV was taken over by the Atlético celebration.
Hundreds of flares lit up the path of Galo’s bus, in a welcome that turned the delegation’s arrival into a true fire street. Chants of support followed the players to the stadium entrance and set the tone for a special night.
Inside the Arena, the celebration prepared by the Massa continued.
A 3D mosaic, flags, banners, and balloons colored the stands. Galo Doido also took part in the spectacle, descending on a zip line before the clásico kicked off.
Support from start to finish
Photo: Pedro Souza / Atlético
But the Massa’s biggest role came during the match.
Even with Galo trailing on the scoreboard, the fans never stopped supporting. The encouragement lasted throughout the game, pushing the team in search of a comeback.
With every attack, the Arena responded. With every challenge, the team felt the presence of the stands.
In the 32nd minute of the second half, when Victor Hugo scored the equalizer, Arena MRV exploded.
Eleven minutes later, Fred completed the comeback and secured qualification. The celebration spread through every section.
After the final whistle, players and fans celebrated together the spot in the Copa do Brasil semifinal.
Recognition from the players
The strength of the Massa was also recognized by the players.
Ruan Tressoldi, who had to leave the field still in the first half, made a point of thanking the fans for the celebration and the support throughout the match.
“Thank you, Massa atleticana, for the celebration, for turning our home into a true cauldron. I’ve never seen anything like it! You make this club even greater.”
The night at Arena MRV showed once again that the Massa is a fundamental part of Galo’s history.
Outside, in the welcome for the team. In the stands, throughout the 90 minutes. And in the celebration after qualification.
A night when fans and team walked together all the way to the semifinal.
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This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.
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