EC Campo Grande 1-3 Aquidauanense | Campeonato Sul-Mato-Grossense

Aquidauanense produced a dominant display to defeat EC Campo Grande 3-1 on the road in a Brazilian Campeonato Sul-Mato-Grossense clash at the Estádio das Moreninhas on July 27, 2026. The visitors’ clinical finishing and high pressing proved too much for a struggling Campo Grande side, who remain rooted near the bottom of the state league table.

Match Overview

The game began with both sides eager to impose themselves, but it was Aquidauanense who struck first and never looked back. Campo Grande managed a consolation goal in the second half, but the damage had already been done by a relentless Aquidauanense attack that exploited defensive lapses and transition opportunities.

Key Moments

• 8' – Aquidauanense opener: Winger Lucas Oliveira cut inside from the left and curled a low shot into the far corner past the helpless Campo Grande goalkeeper.
• 33' – Second goal: A swift counter-attack caught Campo Grande’s backline off guard. Striker Felipe Alves finished calmly from 12 yards to double the lead.
• 55' – Third goal: Midfielder Gabriel Souza fired a powerful shot from the edge of the box after a corner was only partially cleared, giving the visitors a commanding 3-0 advantage.
• 68' – Campo Grande response: Forward Rafael Costa pounced on a loose ball inside the area to pull one back for the hosts, sparking a brief period of pressure.
• 80' – Red card: Campo Grande’s midfielder Thiago Santos was sent off for a second bookable offense, effectively ending any hopes of a comeback.

Tactical Story

Aquidauanense employed an aggressive 4-2-3-1 formation, pressing high up the pitch and forcing errors from Campo Grande’s defense. Their full-backs overlapping created width, while the central midfielders arrived late in the box to support attacks. Campo Grande attempted to play through the middle but were consistently outnumbered in midfield, leading to turnovers in dangerous areas.

Standout Players

• Lucas Oliveira (Aquidauanense): The winger was unplayable in the first half, providing a goal and an assist. His dribbling and decision-making were key to breaking down the opposition defense.
• Gabriel Souza (Aquidauanense): Scored a stunning third goal and controlled the tempo from central midfield, completing 86% of his passes.
• Rafael Costa (Campo Grande): The lone bright spot for the hosts, his goal showed composure and relentless effort. He also hit the crossbar with a free kick in the 72nd minute.
• Marcelo Dias (Goalkeeper, Aquidauanense): Made a crucial save at 3-0 down to deny Campo Grande a second goal that could have shifted momentum.

Table Impact

The victory lifts Aquidauanense to 3rd place in the Sul-Mato-Grossense standings with 16 points from 8 matches, firmly in contention for a spot in the state championship knockout phase. Campo Grande, meanwhile, remain in 9th place with just 6 points, level with the relegation zone. The loss extends their winless run to five matches, and the red card to Thiago Santos adds to their disciplinary concerns ahead of a crucial relegation six-pointer next week.

Aquidauanense will look to build on this impressive away performance when they host bottom-side Naviraiense in their next fixture, while Campo Grande face a must-win trip to Serra Preta.