Flamengo's Michael strikes again to cut gap on leaders Atletico Mineiro
RIO DE JANEIRO, Nov 5 (Reuters) - In-form striker Michael kept Flamengo's Brazilian titles hopes alive on Friday when he scored both goals in the home side's 2-0 win over Atletico Goianiense.
For the second time in three games Michael made the difference, netting his first a minute before half time and then grabbing a second after a slick one-two with Gabriel Barbosa half an hour into the second half.
The same player had given Flamengo a 1-0 win over league leaders Atletico Mineiro six days ago.
The result means Flamengo move to within nine points of Atletico Mineiro with a game in hand.
Flamengo have 10 more leagues games to play before the season ends. (Reporting by Andrew Downie; Editing by Kenneth Maxwell)
