Clube Atlético Mineiro — overview (around 2016/17)

• Full name: Clube Atlético Mineiro
• Common names: Atlético Mineiro, Atlético, Galo
• Country / City: Brazil — Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
• Founded: 25 March 1908
• Stadium: Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto (known as Mineirão) — main home for large matches; Clube also uses Estádio Independência for some fixtures
• Nickname: Galo (The Rooster)
• Head coach (around 2016/17): Marcelo Oliveira

Context around the 2016–2017 period

• Marcelo Oliveira took charge after the club’s 2016 season; he is a Brazilian coach with prior success at Cruzeiro (winning Brasileirão titles in 2013 and 2014).
• Atlético Mineiro had a competitive squad in this window featuring a mix of domestic and South American talent. The club historically competes in Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, Campeonato Mineiro (state championship) and continental competitions such as Copa Libertadores when qualified.
• Key recent history leading into this period: Atlético won the Copa Libertadores in 2013 and has been regularly challenging in national competitions; the club invested in bringing experienced players and retaining strong academy prospects.

Typical competitions for the club that season

• Campeonato Brasileiro Série A (Brazilian top flight)
• Campeonato Mineiro (Minas Gerais state championship)
• Copa do Brasil (national cup) — participation depends on qualification and scheduling
• Copa Libertadores / Copa Sudamericana — participation depends on prior season results (Atlético had continental appearances in the preceding years)

Notable players frequently associated with Atlético Mineiro around that era

• Robinho (forward) — high-profile signing who joined Atlético in 2015 and featured in following seasons
• Lucas Pratto (forward) — important striker for the club during 2015–2016 before moving to other leagues
• Diego Tardelli (forward) — long-time Atlético figure, often influential in attack
• Réver (centre-back) — experienced leader in the defense
• Victor (goalkeeper) — notable shot-stopper and long-serving captain in earlier years (availability varied by season)

Club colors and crest

• Primary colors: Black and white (vertical stripes)
• Crest: Shield with black-and-white stripes, the club initials "CAM" and often a red star(s) signifying titles

Notes

• This summary focuses on the club around the 2016/17 timeframe and the fact Marcelo Oliveira was coach then. Specific match results, squad lists, transfers and final competition standings for that season can be provided if needed.