Juventude 1:0 Avai SC — Informe del Partido

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystINFORME DEL PARTIDO

A late Lucas Alves header, assisted by Rodrigo Sam, snatched Juventude a 1-0 win over Avaí in the Brasileiro Série B, but the result was harsh on the visitors, who were undone in the 90th minute after a lengthy VAR check. The match was a scrappy, low-quality affair that looked destined for a goalless draw until Juventude's decisive, and only, meaningful attack of the second half.

That turning point came deep into stoppage time, when Rodrigo Sam's delivery found Lucas Alves, who powered his header past the Avaí goalkeeper; the goal was subject to a VAR review for a potential foul before being given, a brutal conclusion for a visiting side that had defended resolutely. The first half had been a disjointed contest, with Juventude dominating possession at 63% but creating little of note, while Allyson and Daniel Penha both went into the book for Avaí.

Despite the narrow win, the statistics tell a story of a game Juventude controlled without ever truly dominating, holding 56% possession and generating 0.43 xG to Avaí's 0.15, though the second half saw the hosts manage just two shots and no corners. Igor Bohn was the standout player for Avaí, earning a 7.6 rating as a Goalkeeper, his performance the only reason the scoreline remained close for so long. CheckLive's model clearly favoured Juventude, and the result confirmed that prediction, though the victory was far from convincing.

Preguntas y Respuestas

What was the final score of Juventude vs Avaí?

Juventude 1-0 Avaí (Brasileiro Série B).

Who scored?

Lucas Alves (90', assist Rodrigo Sam) for Juventude.

Was Juventude's win deserved?

Yes — Juventude were on top for most of the match.

Were there any cards in Juventude vs Avaí?

Yellow cards: Allyson (Avaí); Rodrigo Sam (Juventude); Daniel Penha (Avaí).

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