Caress and inside: Gabigol's definition for Flamengo's 2-0 at Corinthians' field.

Gabriel Barbosa struck at the right moment of Corinthians vs. Flamengo to take an important step towards the next round of the Copa Libertadores. The forward, around the five minutes of the second half, showed off all his technique to score the 2-0 at Neo Quimica Arena for the first leg of the quarterfinals.

It all started with the appearance of Rodinei, who crossed the midfield line. The 'Rubronegro' winger connected with Everton Ribeiro, who was positioned on the wing. The midfielder wearing the number 7 jersey played it back to the scorer. In this way, the man from 'Fla' won the physical duel against midfielder Fausto Vera.

After winning that one-on-one, the defender chipped the ball towards the center. Center-back Fabian Balbuena tried to intercept the ball, but slipped. Then, the context was completely favorable for 'Gabigol'. The Flamengo forward, despite having Bruno Mendez in front of him, had the composure to place the ball on the second post.

The experienced goalkeeper Cassio stretched again, as he did in the 1-0, but it was impossible for him to divert the ball. So, Barbosa crowned a great move with a finish up to the task to extend the advantage in one of the Libertadores' ties.

Corinthians vs. Flamengo: Giorgian De Arrascaeta's 1-0

Giorgian De Arrascaeta capped off a superb first half with a great goal to open the scoring in Corinthians vs. Flamengo in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. However, amidst the Uruguayan's great finish, the home players claimed for a possible handball inside the penalty area.

The 'Mengao' advanced into the 'Timao' territory with a pass from Joao Gomes to Pedro. However, the defense of the combined Paulista reacted to clear the ball out of the penalty area. Precisely in that place the controversy took place. Midfielder Victor Cantillo made the defensive clearance and the ball hit Gomes' arm.

Seeing this, all the Corinthians players raised their hands to warn the referee. However, the action continued. Then, De Arrascaeta took the rebound and struck with precision on the second post. Goalkeeper Cassio flew, but could not send the ball out of play at Neo Quimica Stadium.

While the 'Rubronegro' men celebrated and congratulated the Uruguayan attacker, the 'Timao' people approached referee Patricio Loustau to complain about what happened. However, the referee confirmed the 'charrúa's' goal, after contacting the technology officials through VAR.