Corinthians faced RB Bragantino in an intense matchup at Arena Corinthians, ultimately emerging victorious with a score of 2-0. The home team’s path to success was ignited by Gabriel Paulista, who found the net just one minute into the second half. Matheus Bidu extended the lead with a second goal in the 29th minute of the same period.
RB Bragantino had a golden opportunity to level the score when Isidro Pitta was awarded a penalty in the 58th minute, but he failed to convert it, leaving his team without any goals.
Gabriel Paulista was the standout player of the match, not only scoring the opening goal but also contributing defensively with four clearances. Additionally, goalkeeper Hugo Souza impressed with his performance, stopping three attempts on goal.
Corinthians’ head coach, Dorival Júnior, implemented a 4-4-2 formation, with Hugo Souza in goal; Matheuzinho, Gabriel Paulista, Gustavo Henrique, and Matheus Bidu forming the defensive line; a midfield of André Carrillo, Raniele, Matheus Pereira, and Rodrigo Garro; and a striking duo of Memphis Depay and Yuri Alberto.
On the other side, Vágner Carmo Mancini lined up RB Bragantino in a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Cleiton as goalkeeper; a defense consisting of José Hurtado, Pedro Henrique, Gustavo Marques, and Juninho Capixaba; and a midfield made up of Fabinho, Gabriel, Lucas Barbosa, Gustavinho, and Henry Mosquera, with Isidro Pitta leading the attack.
The match was officiated by Felipe Fernandes de Lima. Looking ahead, Corinthians prepares to take on Athletico Paranaense as visitors, while RB Bragantino will host Athletico Paranaense in their next outing.
This result leaves Corinthians with a total of 3 points in the tournament, placing them in twelfth position, while RB Bragantino secures 6 points, sitting fifth overall.
Substitutions for Corinthians
68’ 2T – André Carrillo off for Charles, Matheus Pereira off for Allan
85’ 2T – Rodrigo Garro off for Vitinho, Memphis Depay off for Kayke Ferrari
89’ 2T – Yuri Alberto off for Gui Negão
Yellow Cards for Corinthians:
23’ 1T Matheus Bidu (Insulting or disapproving the referee), 40’ 1T Gustavo Henrique (Holding an opponent to prevent them from advancing), 42’ 2T Raniele (Holding an opponent to prevent them from advancing), and 42’ 2T Allan (Insulting or disapproving the referee)
Substitutions for RB Bragantino
59’ 2T – Gabriel off for Eric Ramires
66’ 2T – Gustavinho off for José María Herrera
82’ 2T – Fabinho off for Ignacio Sosa, Isidro Pitta off for Fernando, and Henry Mosquera off for Vinicinho
Yellow Cards for RB Bragantino:
28’ 1T Lucas Barbosa, 47’ 1T Gabriel, 49’ 1T Cleiton (Delaying the game), and 40’ 2T Juninho Capixaba (Holding an opponent to prevent them from advancing)