RIO DE JANEIRO (Interstat) — Internacional and Atletico Mineiro played to a 0-0 draw Sunday in a Carioca Série A match at Estádio José Pinheiro Borda that was defined by a first-half red card and a flurry of yellow cards.

The game’s complexion changed in the 17th minute when Atletico Mineiro’s Vitor Hugo was sent off, forcing the visitors to play a man down for the majority of the contest. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Atletico Mineiro’s defense held firm. The match grew increasingly chippy, with 11 yellow cards issued. The result defied a pregame projection that heavily favored Internacional to win. Both clubs now hold an 0-0-1 record in the competition.