Neo Química Arena received a large audience last night to accompany the confrontation between Corinthians and Cristal. The first half began with the Corinthians Dominating the possession of the ball and creating the best chances. At 13 minutes, goalkeeper Hugo Souza made a spectacular defense in finalization of Barreto, avoiding the first goal of the visitors.
Despite the initial pressure of CorinthiansCriciúma was able to defend himself and, at 41 minutes, opened the score. Claudinho risked a kick from a distance, the ball swerved in the quarterback Cacá and deceived goalkeeper Hugo Souza, who could not avoid the goal. With this, the Criciúma went to the interval with the advantage of 1 to 0.
Claudio's testimony: "It's hard to play here with this crowd. We came with the proposal to go out to the game, wanting the three points. It's to exalt the teacher's work. There is nothing gained yet, is to wait for what has to be said and we return even more focused for the second half. "
Second Time: Reaction and Turn of the Timon
Determined to change the panorama of the match, players from Corinthians They returned to the second half with a more aggressive posture. Pressure came back quickly. At 8 minutes, Ángel Romero tied the game with a beautiful goal, enjoying perfect crossing of Hugo Souza after Wesley's heel pass.
The tie gave a new impetus to Corinthians, which kept pressing. At 16 minutes, in a stop ball move, Garro charged a short corner to Romero, which crossed to measure for Cacá. The quarterback climbed alone and headed for the bottom of the nets, turning the game to Timão and leading the crowd to delirium.
Cacá Testimony: "Today everyone saw the intensity, the delivery of everyone, competing in every bid. That was essential to our victory. I am very happy to live this moment of scoring goals, the result of a lot of work. I'm doing a lot of work and that's it, another goal."
Game Over: Crispy Fight, but Corinthians Holding the Advantage
After the turn, the Criciúma tried to react and pressed in the final minutes, but the defense of the Corinthians It stayed solid. The goalkeeper Hugo Souza made important defenses, ensuring victory for the home team. The referee whistled the end of the game at 50 minutes of the second half, sealing the victory of the Corinthians 2 to 1.
Statement by Felipe Vizeu: " We get sad about the result, especially when we were winning. But it's very hard to play in here, with cheers all the time supporting and big players. We played a great game, we had great chances, and we sure could have left with the win or draw. Now it's about changing the key. I'm glad I'm back, 45 days away, I wish I could've helped in this period, and I want to thank you for coming back well and playing one more game for the Criciúma. Let's keep going. We have good things ahead of us. "
Game Analysis
The match was marked by the resilience of Corinthians, who knew how to overcome the disadvantage and seek the turn with a lot of race and determination. The victory keeps Timon in the fight for the first positions of the championship, while Criciúma needs to rise up and focus on the next challenges to improve his placement.
Game Statistics:
- Ball Possession: Corinthians 53% x 47% Criciúma
- Conclusion: Corinthians 12 x 8 Crisis
- Defenses of the goalkeeper: Hugo Souza (Corinthians) 5 x 4 Gustavo (Criciúma)
Next Steps
With victory, the Corinthians it remains firm in the search for the title, showing strength and union of the cast. The next challenge will be against the SantosOut of the house, where Timon will pick up three more points. Criciúma will have to reorganize to face Avaí, also outside the house, in search of recovery in the championship.
Final Testimonies
Say, Romero: "We're good at the game. We took that goal, but we're good at the game, trying. We have to improve in the second half in the end, in the finalization. Let's work this out, watch the videos about what's missing for us to turn this game around. "
Conclusion
A vitória do Corinthians sobre o Criciúma foi marcada por muita emoção e determinação. O time mostrou que está pronto para enfrentar qualquer desafio e continuar brigando pelo título. Com a torcida sempre presente e apoiando, o Timão segue firme em busca de mais vitórias e conquistas.
