Memphis wins historic derby, VAR steals the show in Copa do Brasil 🇧🇷

The first derby ever played in the history of the Copa do Brasil ended with a Corinthians victory on Wednesday night (30).

There was VAR in action twice, a penalty save, and Memphis securing the 1-0 at Neo Química Arena. 

This was the first leg of the round of 16 in the knockout competition. 

Whoever advances to the next round will secure R$ 4.7 million. 

Excitement already in the 1st Half 🔥

The first tense moment came at 15 minutes, with Memphis and Gustavo Gómez as the main characters.

At first, Wilton Pereira Sampaio did not call a foul on the Palmeiras captain.

But he was called to review the play while watching Corinthians’ number 10 show the effects of the challenge he received.

Wilton went to the monitor and returned with his decision: penalty by the Palmeiras captain and a yellow card for him.

Após VAR, pênalti é assinalado para o Corinthians. Na cobrança, Yuri Alberto bate, e Weverton defende. pic.twitter.com/TOIoqukZm7

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The Fiel’s celebration would not be complete thanks to Weverton, who made a good save on Yuri Alberto’s penalty.

Yuri Alberto bate o pênalti, e Weverton voa para fazer a defesa. pic.twitter.com/dgYCOqpLUU

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Palmeiras improved their performance towards the end of the first half.

And only didn’t score thanks to André Ramalho.

ANDRÉ RAMALHO SALVA NA LINHA ⚽ 🔥

QUASE O VERDÃO ABRE O PLACAR NA NEO QUÍMICA ARENA! #CORxPAL#Corinthians#Palmeiras#CraqueNetoClubista#SãoMarcosClubista#CopadoBrasilnoPrimeVideopic.twitter.com/1ZkZXsGQTz

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Attempts, Memphis and more VAR

For much of the second half, Palmeiras moved the ball better.

Corinthians tried—without success—to attack against a well-organized rival.

Then, the first good move by Dorival’s team in the 2nd half resulted in a goal.

Perfect cross from Matheuzinho and Memphis was free to score (33’). 

The Palmeiras reaction was almost immediate. But there was confusion and, afterwards, an offside call. 

Palmeiras marca com Maurício e há princípio de confusão na comemoração. VAR entra em ação e anula o gol por impedimento. Torcida do Corinthians explode. pic.twitter.com/6wABUT7eZU

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Palmeiras tried, but could not manage to find the equalizer.

📊 Standings and schedule 📅

The second leg will be next Wednesday (6), with Allianz as the stage.

Corinthians have the advantage of a draw.

Palmeiras will need to win by two goals to advance in regular time.

A one-goal win for Palmeiras will take the match to a penalty shootout.

Both teams will play again on Sunday (3), for the 18th round of the Brasileirão.

Timão (11th) will face Red Bull Bragantino (5th) at Itaquera.

Meanwhile, Verdão (3rd) will be away against Vitória (15th). 

Photo: Cesar Greco/Palmeiras

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