Goals fly as Brasileirão matches feature 22 goals on August 16

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Goals fly as Brasileirão matches feature 22 goals on August 16
Summary

On August 16, six matches in the Brasileirão produced a total of 22 goals, averaging 3.6 per game. Chapecoense and Bahia ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw at Arena Condá. Atlético-MG claimed a 3-0 victory over Grêmio at Arena MRV, while Santos secured a similar 3-0 win against Vasco, with Neymar contributing to two goals. Flamengo maintained the high-scoring trend by thrashing Mirassol 5-1. Vitória narrowly defeated Botafogo 1-0, and Cruzeiro overcame Corinthians 2-1 despite conceding a stunning goal. Matchday 23 concludes with Internacional hosting Remo on August 17.

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  • Chapecoense and Bahia draw 3-3 at Arena Condá.
  • Atlético-MG defeats Grêmio 3-0 in Belo Horizonte.
  • Santos beats Vasco 3-0 at São Januário.
  • Flamengo thrashes Mirassol 5-1 in São Paulo.
  • Cruzeiro wins 2-1 against Corinthians at Neo Química Arena.
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After a relatively “quiet” Saturday, Sunday (16) was a treat for football fans.After all, there were 22 goals in six matches (an average of 3.6 goals per game).The “strikers’ party” started ...

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