America MG earned a narrow 1-0 victory over URT MG in the Brazilian Campeonato Mineiro Division 1 on February 1, 2026. The match, which kicked off at 05:30, was decided by a single goal from the home side in a tense state championship clash. America MG scored the winner in the second half, breaking down a resilient URT MG defense that had held firm for long periods. The result is crucial for America MG's campaign in the Mineiro, keeping them in contention for the latter stages of the competition. For URT MG, the performance showed defensive organization but a lack of threat going forward, which ultimately cost them a point. The derby atmosphere added to the intensity of a hard-fought match.