In a tightly contested Serie B clash at the Estádio Aderbal Ramos da Silva, Criciúma emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Avaí. The match began with both teams probing for an advantage, but it was Criciúma who struck first in the 39th minute when R. Otero found the back of the net, giving the visitors a crucial lead just before half-time. This goal shifted the momentum in Criciúma’s favour, allowing them to take control into the break.
The second half started explosively for Criciúma as Fellipe Mateus doubled their lead just a minute after the restart, assisted by Diego Gonçalves. This early goal seemed to put Avaí on the back foot, but they responded quickly, with Paulo Vitor scoring in the 49th minute, assisted by Douglas Teixeira, reigniting hopes for the home side. The match then became a battle of attrition, with both teams exchanging chances but failing to convert further opportunities.
As the game progressed, Avaí struggled to break down a resolute Criciúma defence, despite enjoying more possession. The visitors maintained their composure, absorbing pressure and managing the game effectively to secure all three points. The result leaves Avaí with questions to answer, while Criciúma can take confidence from a hard-fought victory on the road.