Ignacio Stuns Bragantino in 94th Minute for 1-1 Fluminense Draw

Fluminense and RB Bragantino share points in chaotic Serie A clash

Ignacio’s 94th-minute strike salvaged a dramatic 1-1 draw for Fluminense against nine-man RB Bragantino in a Serie A thriller that saw three red cards, 10 yellow cards, and a goal deep into stoppage time. The Estadio Nilton Santos erupted as the midfielder volleyed home Arias Canobbio’s cross to deny Bragantino a smash-and-grab victory after Eduardo Sasha’s first-half opener.

Bragantino strike first against the run of play

Against the flow of 67% Fluminense possession, Bragantino stunned the home crowd on 27 minutes when Sasha latched onto José Herrera’s through ball to slot past Fábio. The visitors had just two shots in the entire first half but made one count, while Fluminense’s 13 attempts yielded nothing but frustration.

Zubeldía’s men turned up the heat after the break. Substitute Jemmes forced Tiago Volpi into action minutes after coming on, while John Kennedy’s introduction sparked life into the Tricolor attack. But Bragantino’s defence held firm – until the 64th minute turned the game on its head.

Red cards change the game

Agustín Sant’Anna’s straight red card for a reckless challenge left Bragantino a man down, with teammate Alix Vinícius also cautioned in the ensuing melee. Fluminense poured forward, but their numerical advantage lasted just 30 minutes before John Kennedy saw red for violent conduct in stoppage time.

The game descended into chaos when Bragantino’s Fabinho was also dismissed seconds later, with four yellow cards brandished in a frantic five-minute spell. Just as the visitors thought they’d survived, Ignacio struck gold with virtually the last kick.

What this result means

Fluminense will see this as two points dropped after dominating possession and racking up 25 shots, but the late goal keeps them in touch with the Serie A leaders. For Bragantino, the manner of the concession – having led for 67 minutes with nine men – will sting deeply. Both teams face midweek fixtures knowing discipline must improve after this ill-tempered affair.