The match held this Wednesday between Internacional and Corinthians ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving both teams with shared points.
The first half started brightly for Corinthians as Gui Negão found the back of the net in the 9th minute after a smart assist from Matheuzinho. However, Internacional struck back in the second half; Johan Carbonero successfully converted a penalty in the 56th minute, leveling the score.
Gui Negão electrified the crowd with his header goal, placing the ball in the left corner of the net, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance. Carbonero emerged as the standout player, not only scoring the equalizer but also attempting four shots on goal throughout the match.
In addition to Gui Negão’s significant contribution for Corinthians, he also made two other attempts on goal, showcasing his offensive capabilities.
Coach Ramón Díaz set Internacional up in a 4-5-1 formation with Anthoni in goal, supported by defenders Braian Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho, and Alexandro Bernabei. The midfield featured Bruno Henrique, Luis Otávio, Óscar Romero, Alan Patrick, and Johan Carbonero, while Rafael Santos Borré led the attack.
On the other side, Corinthians, under the guidance of Dorival Júnior, opted for a 3-5-2 formation. Hugo Souza was stationed in goal, with a defensive trio of Cacá, Gustavo Henrique, and Fabrizio Angileri. In midfield, they had Matheuzinho, Raniele, Ryan Gustavo, Hugo Ferreira, and Breno Bidon, while Gui Negão teamed up with Vitinho in the forward positions.
The match officiated by referee Rodrigo Pereira de Lima saw several substitutes on both sides. Internacional’s changes included Gabriel Mercado for Óscar Romero at halftime, Ricardo Mathias for Alan Patrick at the 67th minute, and two more substitutions towards the end of the match.
Corinthians also made strategic changes, bringing in Matheus Bidu, Thiago Maia, Maycon, José Martínez, Ángel Romero, and André Dias as the match progressed.
Notable disciplinary actions included multiple yellow cards on both sides and a red card for Dorival Júnior of Corinthians early in the second half during the dramatic moments of the match.
Following this result, Internacional remains with 29 points, sitting in 15th place, while Corinthians holds 30 points in 13th place in the league standings. Their next matches will see Internacional visiting Bahia and Corinthians facing Mirassol at home in the Neo Química Arena.