Corinthians book Brasileirão Feminino final spot after draw | OneFootball

On the morning of this Sunday, the 31st, Corinthians took to the field to face São Paulo at Canindé, in the second leg of the Women's Brazilian Championship semifinal. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, with Corinthians' goals scored by Mariza and Andressa Alves.

In a performance with many ups and downs, Timão managed to take the lead twice, but saw the rival team equalize. In the first half, Nicole even saved a penalty taken by Bruna Calderan. Nevertheless, the result was sufficient, as the first leg ended 2-0 for the Brabas.

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Corinthians Lineup

To secure a spot in the championship final, coach Lucas Piccinato opted for a starting 11 composed of: Nicole; Gi Fernandes, Thais Ferreira, Mariza, and Tamires; Dayana Rodríguez, Duda Sampaio, and Vic Albuquerque; Andressa Alves, Jaqueline, and Jhonson.

On the bench, the team had Kemelli, Lelê, Letícia Teles, Thais Regina, Gisela Robledo, Yaya, Gabi Zanotti, Eudimilla, Letícia Monteiro, Juliete, Ariel Godoi, and Erika.

São Paulo Lineup

Coach Thiago Viana fielded: Carlinha; B. Calderan, Kaká, Carol Gil, and Bia Menezes; Karla Alves, Camilinha, and Aline; Isa, Crivelari, and Serrana.

Refereeing

The referee appointed for the game was Marianna Nanni Batalha, assisted by Izabele de Oliveira and Juliana Vicentin Esteves. The VAR was managed by Daiane Muniz.

Next Match

After the Majestic, Corinthians will focus on the Paulista Feminino, facing Red Bull Bragantino next Thursday, the 4th, in the eighth round match at Estádio Gabriel Marques da Silva, in Santana de Parnaíba, at 5 PM.

First Half

At five minutes, Gi Fernandes advanced on the right and attempted a cross, but the ball curved and almost lobbed Carlinha. Shortly after, Bia Menezes was launched into the small area and headed the ball wide of Nicole's goal.

At eight minutes, Aline Milene found herself one-on-one with Nicole and attempted a shot past the goalkeeper, but the referee called an offside, disallowing the rival's goal. In the next play, Camilinha invaded the area and was blocked by the Corinthians goalkeeper, who came out at the player's feet. On the rebound, Bia Menezes shot, and Nicole again sent it for a corner.

At ten minutes, Serrana crossed into the area, and Bruna Calderan attempted to finish from the right of the small area, with Nicole sending it for a corner. At 14 minutes, São Paulo headed twice after a corner from the right, and the ball ended up with the Brabas' defense. Mariza cleared it off the line, saving Timão.

At 20 minutes, Kaká attempted a dribble in defense and lost the ball to Andressa Alves, who found herself in front of the goal with the option to pass to Jhonson. The number 9 chose to shoot and sent it wide. At 24 minutes, Duda Sampaio took a corner, and Thaís Ferreira rose to head it, but sent it over the goal.

Corinthians' First Goal: In a set-piece play from a corner at 26 minutes, Duda Sampaio set it up for Andressa Alves, who crossed into the area. Jhonson rose to challenge the goalkeeper, who punched it to the middle of the area. On the rebound, Mariza controlled it on her chest and struck a beautiful shot to open the scoring for the Brabas.

São Paulo's First Goal: At 35 minutes, Serrana received a pass on the right and crossed it back, finding Aline Milene free at the edge of the area. The forward shot low and beat Nicole to equalize the game.

Corinthians' Second Goal: It didn't take long for Timão's second goal. At 42 minutes, Jaqueline received from Duda Sampaio and spun beautifully to evade the defense. The number 30 crossed perfectly, and Andressa Alves invaded the area to head it with skill, putting the Alvinegro back in the lead.

At 45 minutes, Gi Fernandes lost a header duel with Bia Menezes. She passed it back, and Crivelari shot over the goal, with Nicole already out of position.

At 50 minutes, Crivelari invaded the area, challenged Vic Albuquerque, and fell in the area. The referee awarded a penalty but was called by VAR to review. Even after the review, the penalty was upheld. Bruna Calderan took the shot, but Nicole dived and saved, preventing the second goal.

Second Half

At four minutes, the ball fell to Serrana in the area, and the rival player shot dangerously close to Nicole's goal. Corinthians tried to control the game with passing exchanges but rarely reached the rival's goal.

São Paulo's Second Goal: At 17 minutes, Isa Guimarães received a deep pass, found herself one-on-one with Nicole, and shot past the goalkeeper to equalize the game.

After the rival's equalizing goal, the game became highly contested with few attacking opportunities. At 31 minutes, Corinthians counterattacked. Zanotti received on the right and found Ariel Godói in the area, but the forward's shot was saved by the rival goalkeeper.

After many minutes without any scares, Corinthians saw the rival threaten again. After a cross into the area, Isa Guimarães set it up for Nath Fabem, free near the penalty area, but the forward shot over Nicole's goal.

There was no time for more, and the Brabas secured their spot in the grand final of the national competition.

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