First Semester Analysis: Atlético MG has been a strong host so far this season. The side relied a lot on their attackers Ricardo Oliveira and Roger Guedes. We also have a good seasoned GK Victor who has been part of the international selection for some time, but also interesting midfielders and defenders. They are at a comfortable 2nd post on the verge of the Serie A return.
Roger Guedes has just left the side to play in China, the players owner (Palmeiras) sold him to Chinese side Shandong Luneng, and that is the kind of market movement which could be of importance. He was part of an oiled attack of good success so far in the season.
I don't like the coach situation simply because 10 seasons of Brazilian football covered professionaly tell me that interims that start well tend to become problematic far more often than they become solid new names in the market. It's pure math and history actually, and I expect coaches with a "small name" to be a potential issue whenever the pressure becomes too strong.
Summarizing... I like the squad but the coach name doesn't seem fit for a club as big as A.MG.
Probably a good team to be bought at home under valuable prices, i.e. e.g. down by 1 during 1st half against mid to poor visitors.
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