Lages defeats Dracena 6-1 in LNF Silver pre-quarterfinals

Lages secured a commanding 6-1 victory against Dracena in the first leg of the LNF Silver Cresol pre-quarterfinals. Playing at the Ginásio de Esportes Jones Minosso, the Santa Catarina-based team overcame an early deficit to dominate the match.

Dracena opened the scoring with a goal by Sandrinho just 52 seconds into the first half. However, Lages responded aggressively with goals from Josué, Pedro, Christian Alano, and Ricardo to lead 4-1 by halftime. In the second half, Marcus added two more goals to finalize the score.

The result serves as a form of revenge for Lages, as Dracena had won their previous encounter 4-1 during the first phase. Under the tournament regulations, the matchup is not yet decided; the winner of the two legs advances, or a team can advance by securing one win and one draw. The second leg is scheduled for Monday, September 14, in Dracena.