Although upset by the defeat against Atlético, 1-0, this Sunday, in the final of the Mineiro Championship, and the consequent loss of the title that would not be clear, the players Tombense they left Mineiro’s turf with a sense of accomplishment. Champion of the interior, the Tombos team did not manage to overcome Gallo in the two decisive games, but it was marked by the positive campaign in the State.
Best team of the first phase, with 26 points, Tombense left behind the ‘greats’ of the capital and reached the final with an advantage over Atlético. But Carcar succumbed in the two decisive games, with losses 2-1 and 1-0, and saw his title dream unduly postponed. The campaign, however, ensured that a team from the Zona da Mata won the indoor champion cup, as well as praise for their good work.
Technician Eugnio Souza believes that the group prepared very well, especially for the return of the State after paralysis during the new coronavirus pandemic. According to him, the team did not lose momentum. “We worked a lot on the technical part, the championship went very well and we kept the group going, we didn’t lose the physical part. It was a very important factor,” he assessed.
Designated as the best coach of the Mineiro Championship this year, he shared the merits of the praised work with the rest of the technical committee and also with the players. “I am happy for the work, I want to thank God for the achievement, which is important in my career, and I share it with my commission. Each of those who work with us here has a piece here,” he said.
Tombense 0 x 1 Atltico: photos from the Mineiro final
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Veteran shift
At 36, midfielder Ibson, with a spell at Flamengo, put retirement aside and became Tombense’s strong suit at State. The veteran praised the quality of the Atlantic. “I’m a little sad about the defeat, we hope to win this title. We know it would be difficult, Atlético has a great team,” he said resigned.
Mineiro’s top scorer, with seven goals, striker Rubens was happy with the recognition when he received the scorer trophy offered by the Mineira de Futebol Federation. “It is a great joy, I thank God for this achievement and I dedicate it to family and colleagues. The title did not arrive, but what the campaign is worth, the family that we form. We will raise our heads and stand firm,” he projected.