Presenter Benjamin Back, known as Benja, highlighted Matheus Donelli as the best player in the Corinthians 1 to 1 tie with Athletico Paranaense, at Ligga Arena, last Sunday (23), for the Brazilian Championship. In response to a follower who criticized the goalkeeper, Benja stressed the performance of Donelli, who was also elected the best player of the match in a popular vote held by TV Globo.
Highlight for Matheus Donelli
During the game, the Corinthians lost by 1 to 0 until the 46 minutes of the second half, when Rodrigo Garro charged a foul that resulted in a heroic draw goal. Matheus Donelli's defense was crucial to maintaining the Corinthians in the match, ensuring the tie at the last minute.
" The best of Corinthians today!" said Benja, reinforcing the importance of the goalkeeper's performance for the positive result.
Criticisms to Pedro Raul and Matheuzinho
Despite the heroic draw, Benja spared no criticism of two players from the Corinthians. The first was Pedro Raul, who replaced Yuri Alberto. According to Benja, Pedro Raul was erased and "did absolutely nothing" during the game.
"Peter Raul just did absolutely nothing! Again..." – highlighted the presenter.
Another target of Benja's criticism was the Matheuzinho side-right. Hired by Flamengo for more than R$ 20 million, Matheuzinho was a reserve of Léo Maná, player of the Corinthian base, even with Fagner's injury.
"Matheuzinho cost 4.5 million euros for 60%, and is the bank of Léo Maná..." – criticized Benja, emphasizing the high amount paid by the player and his lack of income.
Game Context
The draw against the Athletico Paranaense left the Corinthians in the 18th position of the Brazilian Championship, with only eight points. António Oliveira's team seeks to improve their performance in the next rounds to leave the delegating zone.
Pedro Raul foi uma péssima contratação, o cara não consegue nem correr direito, muito fraco pro Corinthians.. o benja devia criticar o Wesley tbm, ele é rápido mas é muito fofinha ontem perdeu uma bola perto da grande área levando sufoco ao timao, se não me engano não é a primeira vez q Wesley perde bola assim na temporada uma dessas levou ao gol outra salvaram, não é pq o mlk é liso q tem q fomiar a bola. Várias oportunidades de dar um passe ou até mesmo de deixar um companheiro na cara do gol e ele não toca a bola e não estou falando só do jogo contra o Atlético PR