Atlético Goianiense 2–0 Ponte Preta: Dominant Display Moves Dragão Up the Table

Campeonato Brasileiro Série B – June 29, 2026

Atlético Goianiense produced a commanding performance at the Estádio Antônio Accioly to see off Ponte Preta 2–0. Goals from forwards Luiz Fernando and Gustavo Coutinho ensured the Dragão’s unbeaten run at home continued, as they leapfrogged their opponents in the Série B standings.

First Half – Early Breakthrough

Atletico started with intensity and took the lead after just 12 minutes. A slick passing move carved open the Ponte Preta defence, and Luiz Fernando finished calmly from 12 yards. The hosts remained on top for the remainder of the half, with Ponte offering little in attack.

Second Half – Sealing the Win

Ponte Preta pushed forward after the interval, but Atlético doubled their advantage in the 58th minute. A corner was nodded down by defender Jefferson, and Gustavo Coutinho bundled the ball over the line from close range. The visitors rarely threatened after that, and the home side cruised to a comfortable victory.

Key Stats

• Possession: Atlético 55% – 45% Ponte Preta
• Shots on target: 6 – 2
• Yellow cards: 2 – 3

What It Means

Atlético Goianiense move up to 5th place with 26 points, solidifying their promotion push. Ponte Preta, meanwhile, drop to 12th, and coach Elano Blumer will be concerned by his team’s lack of bite in front of goal.