In a gripping showdown this Sunday at the Arena Corinthians, Flamengo clinched three crucial points in their away game against Corinthians, winning 2-1. The match was filled with drama, as Flamengo turned the tide with two goals in the second half courtesy of Giorgian De Arrascaeta (54’) and Luiz Araújo (82’), after York Alberto had initially put the home side ahead just a minute into the second half.
A highlight of the match was Giorgian De Arrascaeta’s stunning equalizer in the 54th minute. The Uruguayan midfielder unleashed a powerful shot from the semi-circle after receiving a pass from Jorge Carrascal, finding the bottom right corner of the net.
Earlier, Corinthians’ forward Yuri Alberto missed a golden opportunity to score when he failed to convert a penalty in the 13th minute of the first half.
The standout player of the match was undoubtedly Luiz Araújo, who not only scored the winning goal but also played a pivotal role throughout the game.
Giorgian De Arrascaeta was also key for Flamengo, netting one goal and firing five shots on target against a determined Corinthians defense.
At 31 minutes into the first half, Corinthians’ defender Matheus Bidu displayed his skills by skillfully dribbling past Jorge Carrascal, leaving him off-balance.
Corinthians coach Dorival Júnior opted for a 4-4-2 formation featuring goalkeeper Hugo Souza; defenders Matheuzinho, João Pedro, Gustavo Henrique, and Matheus Bidu; midfielders Raniele, José Martínez, Maycon, and Breno Bidon; along with forwards Gui Negão and Yuri Alberto.
On the other side, Flamengo tactician Filipe Kasmirski implemented a similar 4-4-2 structure with Agustín Rossi in goal; Emerson Royal, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Matías Viña in defense; Nicolás De La Cruz, Saúl Ñíguez, Jorge Carrascal, and Giorgian De Arrascaeta in midfield; and Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique in attack.
The match was officiated by referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio.
In their upcoming matches, Corinthians will visit Internacional, while Flamengo will host Cruzeiro at the Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho.
Currently, Corinthians sits in 12th place with 29 points, while Flamengo leads the league with 54 points.
Corinthians Substitutions
68’ Second Half – José Martínez out for Fabrizio Angileri and Gui Negão out for Talles Magno.
79’ Second Half – João Pedro out for Cacá, Maycon out for Ryan Gustavo, and Breno Bidon out for Vitinho.
Yellow Cards for Corinthians:
25’ First Half – Gustavo Henrique (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 48’ First Half – Yuri Alberto (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 57’ Second Half – Matheus Bidu (Unsportsmanlike conduct).
Flamengo Substitutions
45’ Second Half – Léo Pereira out for Danilo and Matías Viña out for Alex Sandro.
69’ Second Half – Bruno Henrique out for Gonzalo Plata.
74’ Second Half – Nicolás De La Cruz out for Jorginho.
81’ Second Half – Samuel Lino out for Luiz Araújo.
Yellow Cards for Flamengo:
49’ Second Half – Alex Sandro (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 67’ Second Half – Danilo (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 81’ Second Half – Jorge Carrascal (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 91’ Second Half – Jorginho (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 93’ Second Half – Saúl Ñíguez (Unsportsmanlike conduct).