Atlético qualified for the 2026 Campeonato Mineiro Feminino final following a 1-1 draw against Itabirito on Sunday at Arena Gregorão in Contagem.
The result secured a 3-1 aggregate victory for the Vingadoras, according to Yahoo Sports.
Heavy rain impacted the match, keeping the first half scoreless as both teams struggled with a waterlogged pitch.
Itabirito broke the deadlock in the 70th minute when Bruna Victória converted a penalty kick.
Atlético responded quickly in the 76th minute through Anny Marabá, who capitalized on a defensive error to level the score.
The draw ensured that the black-and-whites maintained their advantage from the 2-0 first-leg win, as noted by OneFootball.
Following the match, team captain Karen Cristina emphasized the intensity of the contest and the collective commitment shown by the squad.
She remarked that the team demonstrated a notable “ability to withstand pressure from the opposition” during the semifinal, as reported by Yahoo Sports.
Head coach Fabi Guedes acknowledged that the adverse weather conditions disrupted the flow of play throughout the afternoon.
Guedes noted that the “advantage earned in the first leg had been crucial” to successfully securing a place in the final, per the outlets.
The Vingadoras are now set to face Cruzeiro in the championship match on November 28 at 3 p.m. at Arena Gregorão.
The final is scheduled as a one-off match to determine the state title holder.
Looking toward the upcoming derby, Guedes expressed confidence in the team’s ongoing preparations for the decisive encounter.
The match concluded with several disciplinary actions, including yellow cards issued to players from both sides.
Atlético enters the final round seeking to add another trophy to their collection after a hard-fought semifinal series.
The fixture between the two rivals is expected to be a highly competitive battle for the regional championship, according to reports from both sources.