Atlético-MG's impressive home form has been a key factor in their recent success. The team has a 65% win rate at home this season, with 10 wins and 9 draws in 20 matches. This impressive record has been built on a strong foundation, with the team starting the season at Arena MRV with two draws in the Campeonato Mineiro. Their first win at the stadium came in a 2-1 victory over Cruzeiro in a Campeonato Mineiro match.
The team's home form has continued to improve under the guidance of coach Barba Domínguez, who won his first game at Arena MRV with a 1-0 victory over Internacional. Atlético-MG's only home loss this season was to Flamengo by 4-0 on April 26 in the Campeonato Brasileiro. However, since that loss, the team has not lost at home and has transformed Arena MRV into a key advantage in their season.
Atlético-MG will look to continue their impressive home form when they face Bragantino in the Copa Sul-Americana. With a 65% win rate at home, the team is confident of securing a spot in the quarterfinals with a draw. A defeat by a one-goal margin would lead to a penalty shootout.