Fluminense SC 2–1 Atlético Tubarão SC
Brazilian Catarinense Division 2 – Round 11
Date: 23 July 2026

Match Overview

A hard-fought victory lifted Fluminense SC past Atlético Tubarão SC at Estádio Oliveira in a crucial Catarinense Division 2 clash. The home side recovered from an early deficit to secure a 2–1 win, keeping their promotion hopes alive.

Key Moments

• 11th minute – Tubarão strike first: A long ball over the top split Fluminense’s defence, and forward Rafael Mendes slotted coolly past goalkeeper Victor Souza to make it 0–1.
• 28th minute – equaliser: Fluminense responded swiftly. Midfielder Lucas Pereira collected a pass on the edge of the box, swivelled, and drilled a low shot into the bottom corner. 1–1.
• 54th minute – winning goal: A well-worked corner found centre-back Thiago Nunes, who rose highest to head home from six yards. Fluminense 2–1.
• Late defending: Tubarão pushed for an equaliser, but Fluminense’s backline, led by Nunes and goalkeeper Souza, held firm.

Standout Players

• Lucas Pereira (Fluminense SC): Scored the crucial equaliser and controlled the tempo from midfield with 89% pass accuracy.
• Thiago Nunes (Fluminense SC): Dominant in both boxes – scored the winner and made six clearances.
• Rafael Mendes (Atlético Tubarão SC): A constant threat on the counter, took his goal well but lacked support.

Tactical Story

Fluminense SC used a 4-2-3-1 formation, pressing high after the early setback. Tubarão’s 3-5-2 allowed them to create overloads in midfield, but they were caught out on set pieces – the source of both Fluminense goals. The home side’s determination in the second half made the difference.

Standings Impact

The win moves Fluminense SC to 4th place with 21 points, within striking distance of the promotion zone. Tubarão stay 7th on 16 points, now five points adrift of the top four.