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Menezes Backs Noriega After Grêmio’s 1-0 Loss to Mirassol and Owns Up to Substitution Error

The defender has logged two straight starts since arriving from Alianza Lima, with relegation concerns growing.

Overview

  • Mirassol beat Grêmio 1-0 in Porto Alegre, a result that keeps the tricolor near the relegation places in the Brasileirão.
  • Television cameras captured confusion during a second‑half change as Alysson left the field when the staff had intended to substitute João Pedro, with Mano Menezes later calling it an internal communication mistake.
  • Menezes praised Erick Noriega’s performance post‑match, describing his inclusion as a confirmed part of the lineup and saying the team’s trend is to play better.
  • Brazilian outlet Globoesporte highlighted Noriega’s composure and passing, noting he played with ease and helped relieve pressure at the back.
  • Noriega, making his second consecutive start, produced a well‑timed first‑half clearance that briefly preserved a 0-0 scoreline.