Analysis The numbers behind the result
Fluminense's possession dominance outweighs Remo's efficiency
Fluminense's 2-1 victory was deserved on balance, despite Remo scoring from their only shot on target (0.20 xG vs 1 goal). The hosts' 76% possession translated into 13 total shots (5 on target) and 0.57 xG, showing better chance creation but wasteful finishing — their 2 goals came from Hulk (66') and K. Serna (83'), both assisted by substitutes.
Remo's early lead through Jaja (31') against the run of play highlighted their clinical edge (1 goal from 2 shots), but Fluminense's tactical adjustments at half-time — three substitutions including Nonato for the booked Hercules — shifted momentum. The decisive stat was Fluminense's 4 corners to Remo's 0, with Serna's winner originating from sustained pressure.