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Bruno Ramires and Ramon Abila scored for Cruzeiro on Wednesday, 20 July, as the Raposa defeated EC Vitoria 2-1 and advanced to the Copa do Brasil Round of 16 on a 4-2 aggregate.
Cruzeiro took on Esporte Clube Vitoria looking to advance to the Copa do Brasil last 16.
And it was Cruzeiro who struck first Rafael Sobis, Bruno Ramires with an awkward looking tap in to give his side the advantage, It was the first professional goal for Ramires and the home side led, 1-0.
They went up 2-nil moments after half time. Ramon Abila cut inside and drilled a left-footed strike past into the back of the net. The Raposa went up 4-1 on the aggregate and their progression in the tournament was looking more and more likely.
Vitoria were given an opportunity to pull one back 20 minutes later when Henrique challenged Marinho in the area. The referee immediately pointed to the spot.
Diego Renan scored a penalty in the opening leg, but this time the goalkeeper Fabio made a magnificent diving save. The rebound went toRodrigo Ramallo but his attempt sailed over the bar.
The visitors would finally find a way through in the 72nd minute. Vander sent a perfect through ball to Mario Costa, who neatly played it past Fabio. Vitoria trailed 2-1 in the match and 4-2 on aggregate.
Cruzeiro manager Paulo Bento was sent off in the 79th minute for arguing with the referee.
Even without their gaffer, Cruzeiro easily held on to win and advance to the round of 16 in the Copa do Brasil.
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Cruzeiro advance to the Copa do Brasil round of 16
Friday, July 22 2016Category:Soccer