Atlético Mineiro bounced back from their previous defeat to secure a 3-1 home win over Caracas FC in the CONMEBOL Copa Sudamericana on May 16, 2025. The Brazilian side displayed their attacking prowess at the Arena MRV to get their campaign back on track. Mineiro took control early, scoring two quick goals in the first half through their dynamic midfielders. Caracas showed spirit and managed to pull a goal back early in the second half from a well-executed free-kick, briefly threatening a comeback. However, Mineiro extinguished any hopes of a comeback by restoring their two-goal cushion with a powerful strike from the edge of the box midway through the second half. The match result solidified Mineiro's position in the top half of the group table, while leaving Caracas with a mountain to climb in their final matches. The Mineiro coach expressed satisfaction with his team's response.