What happened?

Atletico Mineiro beat Cruzeiro 1-0 in the Mineiro Championship final, but the match was marred by a massive brawl between the players. Referee Matheus Delgado Candançan handed out 23 red cards, a record in Brazilian football.

Why is this important for Atletico Mineiro?

The brawl may have serious consequences for Atletico Mineiro players, who could be punished with suspensions of up to six months. This could affect the team's season.

What comes next?

The expelled players may be tried by the Minas Gerais Sports Justice Tribunal and may be blocked from national competitions. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) will be informed about the punishments.

PlayerTeamReason for expulsion
EversonAtletico MineiroGeneralized brawl
ChristianCruzeiroGeneralized brawl

Atletico Mineiro (11): Everson, Renan Lodi, Gabriel Delfim, Junior Alonso, Alan Franco, Hulk, Lyanco, Ruan Tressoldi, Alan Garcia and Angelo Preciado. Cruzeiro (12): Christian, Fabrício Bruno, Lucas Romero, Kaio Jorge, João Marcelo, Kaua Prates, Lucas Villalba,