Novorizontino delivered a commanding performance at home, securing a comprehensive 3-0 victory over America Mineiro in a Serie B encounter at Estádio Dr. Jorge Ismael de Biasi. The hosts took control early, with Patrick opening the scoring in the 23rd minute, assisted by Diego Mathias. Novorizontino doubled their advantage just before the half-hour mark through Romulo, who also contributed the assist for his own goal. Despite several yellow cards distributed to both sides throughout the match, including for America Mineiro's Paulo Victor and Manoel, and Novorizontino's Madson and Patrick, the home side maintained their composure. Robson added a third goal in the 81st minute to seal the win, and Carlao capped off a dominant display with a late strike in the 90th minute, set up by Luis Oyama, leaving America Mineiro with a mountain to climb.