With Their Qualification, Flamengo Achieves Historic Record in the Copa do Brasil
The Rubro-Negro becomes the second team in history to reach three consecutive finals.
Written by 5AXN! • Published on 10/21/2024 – 12:53 • 5AXN Team
Flamengo eliminated Corinthians last Sunday (October 20) at the Neo Química Arena, securing their spot in the Copa do Brasil finals. The Rubro-Negro will face Atlético-MG, who defeated Vasco the previous Saturday (October 19), marking a historic milestone in the competition: the Rio-based team is only the second team in history to reach three consecutive finals of the national cup.
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In addition to the final against Galo this year, Flamengo won the Copa do Brasil against Corinthians in 2022 and finished as runner-up to São Paulo the following year. This means they have reached the knockout stage three times in a row. Grêmio also achieved this feat in 1993, 1994, and 1995, winning the title in 1994 while losing the other two years.
Flamengo’s qualification over Corinthians also made them the team with the most appearances in the Copa do Brasil finals. Besides 2024, the Rubro-Negro has been in the knockout finals in 1990, 1997, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2013, 2017, 2022, and 2023. louise minchin Of the nine finals they have contested, the Cariocas won four sky sports tv guide.
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How Was the Match Between Flamengo and Corinthians in the Copa do Brasil Semifinal?
With the need to overturn the score from the first leg, Corinthians started the match pressuring Flamengo in Itaquera but failed to convert their dominance into clear goal-scoring opportunities. At the 8-minute mark, Alex Sandro seized a free kick from Arrascaeta to score, but after a VAR review, the goal was disallowed by referee Anderson Daronco due to offside.
At 30 minutes into the first half, Bruno Henrique hit Corinthians’ right-back Matheuzinho with the studs of his right cleat and received a direct red card from referee Anderson Daronco. This marked the second red card for the Rubro-Negro attacker this season gillingham vs crystal palace u-21. brian mcfadden To strengthen Flamengo’s defensive line, Filipe Luís opted to replace forward Gabigol with defender Fabrício Bruno.
Following halftime adjustments by Ramón Díaz, Corinthians continued to pressure Flamengo, who further withdrew their defensive lines. Despite dominating possession, Timão couldn’t connect close to the opponent’s goal. The best chance for danger came from a brilliant solo run by young player Giovane, who dribbled past two defenders, cut inside, and shot across the goal three peat. Rossi was well-positioned and made the save.
Gabigol leads the celebration of Flamengo’s qualification over Corinthians in the Copa do Brasil
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