Vitor Hugo rues Atlético-MG defeat, sets sights on Cruzeiro clash | OneFootball

This Sunday, Atlético-MG lost to São Paulo by 2 to 0, for the 21st round of the Brasileirão. After the match, defender Vitor Hugo regretted the result and set his sights on the duel with Cruzeiro.

Thinking about the classic, coach Cuca rotated the Atlético-MG team. In addition to Vitor Hugo, four other reserve team players were starters against São Paulo.

“I'm very upset about the result. I know, and those inside the club know how much we, who haven't been playing as much, strive, work every day for an opportunity. And, when it comes, unfortunately, we end up defeated. We were doing well in the game until we conceded the goals,” said the defender in an interview with SporTV.

Despite the defeat, the defender emphasized the next duel of Atlético-MG. This Wednesday, at 7:30 pm (Brasília time), Galo hosts Cruzeiro for the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals. Cuca's team is alive in all three competitions.

“Now it's time to mourn this night and, from tomorrow, we will focus on Wednesday's game. It will be very important. It will be the first step, God willing, towards a classification,” he concluded.

After facing Cruzeiro, Atlético-MG turns its attention to the Brazilian Championship. This Sunday, at 6:30 pm, Cuca's team visits Vitória at Barradão for the 22nd round of the tournament. Currently, Galo is in 12th position, with 24 points.

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