Fortaleza and Athletic-MG draw 2-2 in controversial Série B match

Fortaleza and Athletic-MG played to a 2-2 draw at Arena Castelão during the 30th round of the Brazilian Série B. The match was marked by significant officiating controversy, including a disallowed goal for Fortaleza due to an indirect free kick ruling that prevented a VAR review, and a notable lack of yellow or red cards issued throughout the game.

Athletic-MG took an early lead through Kauan Lindes, but Fortaleza responded with a penalty converted by Maílton before halftime. In the second half, Lucas Sasha put Fortaleza ahead, but Athletic-MG secured the draw with a header from Enzo.

With this result, Fortaleza reaches 52 points, maintaining its position in the provisional vice-leadership and extending its unbeaten streak to 12 matches. Athletic-MG moves to 42 points, remaining in the lower half of the table as they pursue a spot in the G6.