In a keenly contested Campeonato Brasileiro match at Arena Castelão, Ceará secured a significant 1-0 victory over their local rivals, Fortaleza. The solitary goal, scored by forward Galeano, proved enough to clinch the points in the 13th round fixture and maintain Ceará`s impressive track record in this derby.
Following the match, the goalscorer Galeano expressed his satisfaction with the result and the team`s performance. “Firstly, happy. Happy for my teammates too, for their effort, for the goal,” he stated. Reflecting on the preparation, he added, “We worked very well during this break. Everyone is doing well, everyone is on the same path. So, we need to continue like this.”
Galeano emphasized the collective effort and the importance of the victory. “Every player who gets the opportunity to play does their part. Very happy, now it`s time to celebrate the win, which is important, it`s a classic. After that, Wednesday, there`s more,” he remarked, already looking ahead to the next challenge.
The match itself was a tight affair, with the first half characterized by intense midfield battle and limited clear-cut scoring opportunities for either side. The deadlock was finally broken in the second half through a passage of play initiated by Ceará.
The decisive moment arrived when Pedro Henrique intercepted a pass from Fortaleza`s Kuscevic. Advancing with purpose, Pedro Henrique found Pedro Raul in the penalty area. While Pedro Raul`s attempt didn`t find the net directly, Galeano was alert to the rebound, calmly capitalizing on the opportunity to score the winning goal.
This vital victory sees Ceará climb the league table, reaching ninth position with 18 points. Perhaps even more notable is the extension of their dominant streak against Fortaleza; Ceará is now undefeated against their rivals in nine consecutive matches, a statistic that undoubtedly provides a psychological edge in this fiercely contested derby.
Looking Ahead: Ceará`s Next Fixture
With the derby win secured, Ceará`s focus quickly shifts to their upcoming league encounter. They are scheduled to face Corinthians on Wednesday, July 16th. The match will also take place at Arena Castelão, with kickoff scheduled for 19:30 Brasília time. The team will look to carry the momentum from their derby success into this next challenge in the Brasileirão campaign.
