In the third round of the Brasileirao, Coritiba and Chapecoense played to an exciting stalemate with a score of 3-3 on Wednesday night. The hosts opened the scoring through Walter Clar in the first half’s stoppage time (45’), while Eduardo Doma (71’) and Rubens Ricoldi (90+1’) added their names to the scoresheet. For the away side, Breno Lopes netted twice (41’ 1H and 57’ 2H), and Pedro Rocha also joined in on the action with a goal in the 58th minute.
Rubens Ricoldi received accolades for his fantastic late strike, which showcased his skill and composure as he fired a brilliant shot into the left corner after an assist from Maurício Garcez.
The standout performer of the match was clearly Rubens Ricoldi of Chapecoense, who not only scored but also influenced the game significantly with his play. Breno Lopes also shone brightly for Coritiba, contributing two goals and demonstrating his attacking instincts.
Chapecoense’s head coach, Gilmar Dal Pozzo, utilized a 3-5-2 formation featuring Léo Vieira in goal, supported by defenders Victor Caetano, Bruno Leonardo, and Eduardo Doma, alongside a midfield comprising Everton, Rafael Carvalheira, Camilo Reijers, Walter Clar, and Jean Carlos, with Maurício Garcez and Marcinho leading the front line.
On the other hand, Coritiba, under the guidance of Fernando Seabra, opted for a 4-5-1 setup with Pedro Morisco in goal; a backline made up of Tinga, Maicon, Tiago Coser, and Bruno Melo; a midfield trio including Willian Oliveira, Josué Pesqueira, Joaquín Lavega, Lucas Ronier, and Breno Lopes; and Pedro Rocha as the lone striker.
The match was officiated by referee Wagner Magalhães at the Arena Condá.
Looking ahead, Chapecoense will travel to face Bahia next, while Coritiba will host São Paulo in their upcoming fixture.
Following this match, Coritiba is positioned second in the league standings with 5 points, whereas Chapecoense sits in eighth place with 4 points.
Substitutions for Chapecoense
45’ 2H – Camilo Reijers was replaced by Higor Meritão
68’ 2H – Marcinho left for Italo, Everton was substituted by Rubens Ricoldi, and Rafael Carvalheira was taken off for João Vitor
86’ 2H – Jean Carlos was replaced by Yannick Bolasie
Yellow cards for Chapecoense:
15’ 2H Everton (second yellow card) and 39’ 2H Higor Meritão (unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Coritiba
53’ 2H – Joaquín Lavega was substituted for Vini Paulista
54’ 2H – Maicon was replaced by Jacy
71’ 2H – Pedro Rocha was taken off for Enzo Vágner
72’ 2H – Willian Oliveira was substituted for Fernando Sobral
82’ 2H – Breno Lopes was replaced by Keno
Yellow card for Coritiba:
35’ 2H Tiago Coser (unsporting behavior)