Internacional vs Mirassol — Brasileirão

**Internacional 1-2 Mirassol**

**Playing Style:** Internacional dominated possession and created numerous chances, with 24 total shots (9 on target) and 72% ball possession. Their approach was highly forward-oriented, with a strong emphasis on passing (619 passes, 88% accuracy) and control in the opponent’s half (77% presence in opponent half). Mirassol, in contrast, played a more compact and defensive game, with fewer shots (10 total, 4 on target) and lower possession (28%). However, they were more effective in converting their limited chances, with a 33% conversion rate on big chances compared to Internacional’s 0%.

**Strengths and Weaknesses:** Internacional’s strengths lay in their ability to dominate possession, create shots, and maintain high pass accuracy. They had a strong presence in the opponent’s half and were more effective in progressing the ball into dangerous areas (69% of passes in opponent half). However, their inability to convert big chances (0% conversion) was a major weakness, despite having more shots on target. Their high number of shots off target (9) and lower efficiency in box entry to shot rate (44%) also highlighted inefficiencies in their attacking play.

Mirassol’s strengths were their defensive organization and efficiency in converting limited opportunities. They had a higher aerial duel win share (69%) and were more effective in defending against shots (89% of shots conceded saved). Their higher box entry to shot rate (71%) showed better clinical finishing. However, their low shot volume and limited possession (28%) were weaknesses, as were their fewer passes (251) and lower pass accuracy (69%).

**Conclusion:** Despite Internacional’s dominance in possession and shot creation, Mirassol’s efficiency in converting their limited chances led to the 1-2 result. Internacional had more shots on target and controlled the game territorially, but their failure to convert big chances (0% conversion) was critical. Mirassol, while less dominant in terms of volume, was more clinical in their opportunities, with a 33% conversion rate on big chances. This suggests that Mirassol may have deserved a better result, as Internacional’s inability to capitalize on their higher-quality chances ultimately cost them the match.