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Gabriel Barbosa hit at the right moment of Corinthians vs. Flamengo to take an important step towards the next round of the Copa Libertadores . The forward, at around five minutes into the second half, showed off all his skill to score the 2-0 at the Neo Química Arena stadium in the first leg of the quarterfinals.
It all started with the appearance of Rodinei, who crossed the midfield line. The 'Rubronegro' full-back connected with Everton Ribeiro, who was positioned on the wing. The number 7 midfielder returned the ball to the goal scorer. This way, the 'Fla' man won the physical duel against midfielder Fausto Vera.
After winning that one-on-one, the defender played a lob toward the middle. Central defender Fabián Balbuena tried to intercept the ball but slipped. Then, the situation completely favored 'Gabigol'. The Flamengo forward, despite having Bruno Mendez in front of him, had the composure to place the ball over the second post.
The experienced goalkeeper Cassio stretched again, as he did in the 1-0, but it was impossible for him to deflect the ball. So, Barbosa crowned a great move with a top-notch finish to extend the advantage in one of the Libertadores ties.
Corinthians vs. Flamengo: Giorgian De Arrascaeta's 1-0
Giorgian De Arrascaeta crowned 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 area.
'Mengao' advanced into 'Timao's' territory with a pass from Joao Gomes to Pedro. However, the defense of the Paulista team managed to react and kick the ball out of the penalty area. It was precisely in that spot where the controversy arose. Midfielder Víctor 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 accurately over the second post. Goalkeeper Cassio jumped, but couldn't send the ball out of the field at the Neo Química stadium.
While the men from 'Rubronegro' celebrated and congratulated the Uruguayan attacker, the 'Timao' people approached referee Patricio Loustau to complain about what happened. However, the referee confirmed the goal of the 'charrúa', after contacting the VAR officials.
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