On Sunday, June 1, 2025, Fluminense beat Internacional 2–0. The match took place at Estádio Beira-Rio in Porto Alegre. It was part of Round 11 of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A.
The win moved Fluminense to 10th place. Internacional fell to 18th, deep in the relegation zone. While Fluminense builds momentum, Internacional continues to struggle in the league.
Fluminense First-Half Control
Fluminense struck early. In the 11th minute, Kevin Serna scored. Samuel Xavier provided the assist.
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After the goal, Fluminense stayed compact. They let Internacional control possession but closed down dangerous spaces. Ganso and Jhon Arias helped Fluminense hold the ball when needed. The team was calm and disciplined.
Internacional had chances. But they couldn’t break through. The early goal made the difference in the first half.
Defense and Second Goal
Internacional had more of the ball. They created 15 total shots. But they only managed 4 shots on target.
Fluminense’s defense stayed sharp. Thiago Silva made several key saves. He was alert and steady all game.
Then came the final blow. In the 83rd minute, Jhon Arias found Paulo Baya with a precise pass. Baya scored the second goal. That sealed the game.
After that, Fluminense managed the clock. Internacional had no answers.
Players and Strategy
Renato Gaúcho, Fluminense’s coach, took over in April 2025. His system is starting to show results. The team looks organized and confident.
Jhon Arias stood out again. He created space and chances. Ganso helped keep control in midfield. Kevin Serna showed his value with a well-taken goal.
Internacional, on the other hand, looked disjointed. Despite their Campeonato Gaúcho win earlier this year, their league form is poor.
Internacional’s Struggles Continue
Though Internacional won the Campeonato Gaúcho earlier in the year, their league form remains troubling. They now sit in the bottom three, with little margin for error in the upcoming fixtures.
A Familiar Result in the Rivalry
This win makes it three victories in the last four games for Fluminense against Internacional. The head-to-head record now leans clearly toward Fluminense.
They’ve found a formula that works. Internacional hasn’t figured them out.
Looking Ahead
Fluminense is climbing. They could challenge for a Copa Libertadores spot if they stay consistent.
Internacional is in trouble. They need results fast. The pressure is mounting.
