In their campaign in the Copa Brasileirinho, which is being held in the Minas Gerais city of São João del Rei, the Garotos do Ninho U-16s drew their first two games in the tournament.

Last Wednesday, the red-and-blacks drew 2-2 against North (MG). Victor Hugo and Levi scored for the Mais Querido. Yesterday, the youngsters returned to the field to face Athletic and also tied the match: 1-1.

This Friday, the team led by coach Eduardo Zuma will face Uberaba, at 21 pm, needing a victory to get closer to the top.