The team played with one less player from the first half.
Flamengo drew 0-0 with Corinthians last Sunday at Neo Química Arena, securing a spot in the Copa do Brasil final. In the first leg at Maracanã, the Rio de Janeiro club won 1-0. Discover the latest football updates at football live score app.
With the loss in Rio, only a victory was acceptable for the home team, but it was the rubro-negro who took the lead. After a free kick from Arrascaeta, Alex Sandro pushed the ball into the net, but the goal was disallowed for offside after VAR review.
In the 27th minute of the first half, the pivotal moment occurred: in a high challenge, Bruno Henrique struck Matheusinho with the sole of his boot and received a straight red card, leaving Corinthians with an extra player for over 60 minutes. The decision by coach Filipe Luís raised eyebrows but proved to be effective.
Immediately after the red card, the Flamengo coach substituted striker Gabigol for defender Fabrício Bruno, opting to play defensively. Later, in the press conference, he stated that the goal was to give the ball to the opponent. The Timão, lacking energy, floated around the Flamengo penalty area but posed a threat only on rare occasions.
With this result, the Copa do Brasil final will be between Flamengo and Atlético Mineiro, who eliminated Vasco in the other semifinal. The matches are scheduled for November 3 and 10, with the venue still to be determined. This will be the first time the teams meet in a final since 2022, when the miners won the Supercopa on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regular time. Stay ahead of the curve with BB Score.
