Céu de Lâminas secured a 22-19 victory over Centauros de Aço in a tightly contested match played under sunny skies. The game witnessed a back-and-forth exchange of tries, ultimately decided by a late effort from the home side.
The first half saw Centauros de Aço strike first, with a try coming in the 5th minute. However, Céu de Lâminas responded swiftly, with a try from a player wearing number 23 in the 11th minute. The conversion attempt was missed, keeping the score at 7-5. Centauros de Aço extended their lead with another try in the 21st minute, followed by a successful conversion. Céu de Lâminas fought back, scoring a try in the 25th minute through Kleber. The conversion was again missed, leaving the half-time score at 14-14. Before the half ended, Céu de Lâminas added a further try in the 27th minute, with Guiherme Andrade successfully converting.
The second half began with a yellow card for Centauros de Aço in the 48th minute, a significant moment that disrupted their momentum. Céu de Lâminas capitalised on this, scoring a try in the 58th minute. The conversion attempt was unsuccessful, maintaining a narrow 18-19 lead. Centauros de Aço responded with a try in the 68th minute, followed by a successful conversion, bringing the score level at 19-19. However, Céu de Lâminas proved the stronger side, scoring a crucial try in the 58th minute to take the lead. Despite a late attempt at a conversion, the kick was missed, sealing the victory for Céu de Lâminas.
Kleber of Céu de Lâminas was a standout performer, crossing the line for a try and contributing to the team's attacking threat. Guiherme Andrade also played a key role, successfully converting a crucial try. The yellow card for Centauros de Aço in the second half proved to be a turning point, allowing Céu de Lâminas to regain control of the game. The final scoreline reflects a hard-fought contest, with Céu de Lâminas' resilience and clinical finishing proving decisive.
Final Score: Céu de Lâminas 22 – Centauros de Aço 19. Céu de Lâminas' four tries proved to be the difference, overcoming a spirited Centauros de Aço side. The single yellow card for Centauros de Aço ultimately proved costly, allowing Céu de Lâminas to secure the win.