Overview

• Samuel Xavier, Serna and Keno scored at the Maracanã, and Thiago Silva marked his 200th appearance for the club.
• The victory moved Fluminense to 38 points, two behind sixth-place Bahia in the Brasileirão standings.
• Atlético-MG remained 15th on 29 points, keeping the club near the relegation fight pending other results in the round.
• Despite the returns of Everson, Junior Alonso, Guilherme Arana and Hulk from suspension, Atlético’s long away struggles and forward scoring drought continued.
• It was Zubeldía’s second win in three matches in charge as Fluminense controlled transitions and finished the match off with a late header from substitute Keno.