ANALYSIS: Dejected, Fluminense turns to FIFA Data to frustrate hopes of reinvigorating itself for the 2019 season.
The way Fluminense played in the 2-2 draw with Goiás last Sunday (11), at Estádio da Serrinha, showed how necessary the break in FIFA Data was for Fernando Diniz's men. Despite the Tricolors' strong performance on the field, the intense pressure, combined with the lack of rhythm, was once again evident on the players' shoulders. The competition in the tenth round of the Brasileirão gave Diniz a taste of what Tricolor das Laranjeiras is capable of and what needs to improve this weekend. END OF NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENT Lelê and Cano console the Argentine goalkeeper (PHOTO BY MARCELO GONÇALVES/FLUMINENSE FC) After an excellent month, the offensive sector brings good moments. Germán Cano scored again, ending a run of seven consecutive defeats. Starting as a starter, Lelê was not left out of the game, trying plays with Arias or making attacks with Cano. The duo Arias and Lelê also had good opportunities in aerial attacks, especially in the first half. The Colombian also showed altruism in the Tricolores' difficult moments in the second half. IMPROVISATIONS AND SACRIFICE Gabriel Pirani: improvised, had to work to close spaces (Photo: Marcelo Gonçalves/Fluminense) In Fluminense's six absences in Serrinha, the problem on the left side became evident. In addition to strikers Marcelo and Jorge, coach Fernando Diniz was absent from Alexsander, a player who is constantly changing in the sector. Another player who returned to this side, Guga had to return to his original position, as right-back Samuel Xavier was improvised. Midfielder Gabriel Pirani took responsibility and, despite his desire to advance, suffered from Goiás' attacks at the end of each half. A foul by Martinelli at the end of the first half led to Morelli's expulsion and, after Fábio's cross, Pirani scored a penalty against Apodi. Matheus Peixoto changed the score. In the second half, midfielder Alexandre Jesus also had the sector and needed to open up. In addition to the young Esquerdinha who is key, Fluminense has Diogo Barbosa in its sights throughout the year. GOOD MOMENTS FADE Lima looks, but the tricolor team doesn't maintain the momentum (Photo: Marcelo Gonçalves/Fluminense) The tricolors showed resilience when trying to end the game and saw the team's hopes end with Lima's goal at the beginning of the second half. The number 45 was given the task of successfully replacing Paulo Henrique Ganso and even left the shirt on his birthday. However, the absence in the series at Tricolor das Laranjeiras resulted in the end of the game. With the substitution, Fluminense lacked momentum and saw Goiás gain momentum especially in the final stretch. A sign that the fissures are starting to cause problems for the team. NEW BOSS? Nino: dilemma for the Brazilian team (Marcelo Gonçalves/Fluminense) Another example of Tricolor das Laranjeiras' sequence of games occurred 21 minutes into the second half. Nino fell to the ground crying and complaining of pain in the adductor muscle in his right shoulder. The goalkeeper left the field, was replaced and his situation could lead to him being called up for the Brazilian team's friendlies. Meanwhile, in Serrinha, Fernando Diniz's team suffered from a lack of communication. Despite David Braz's efforts, his relationship with Manoel went downhill and the team was in danger. READING FROM GOIÁS Fernando Diniz: struggles to score goals (Photo: Marcelo Gonçalves/Fluminense) In both halves, Tricolor das Laranjeiras saw intense pressure that generated goals. This became evident in the final minutes of the game. Goiás was always aggressive in tackling, forcing defenders to run deep to avoid penalties. Furthermore, there was no interference in the aerial combat, which Fábio did everything to avoid. Even Alesson took advantage of some bad luck and drew with Serrinha. 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