Corinthians see off Novorizontino and reach Copa do Brasil last 16 | OneFootball

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At the packed Neo Química Arena once again, Corinthians defeated Novorizontino 1-0 on Wednesday (21st), in the second leg of the third round of the 2025 Copa do Brasil.

Having also won the first leg 1-0, with a goal from Héctor Hernández, Timão secured a spot in the tournament's round of 16.

⚽ The Game

Despite the significant technical difference between the teams, Tigre do Vale had the best opportunities in the first half.

Jean Irmer, with a powerful shot from outside the box, and Waguininho, on a counterattack, had good chances but were stopped by great saves from Hugo Souza.

Timão, on the other hand, threatened with a header from Ángel Romero at the end of the first half, but Airton saved it.

After the break, Corinthians remained disorganized on the field, allowing Novorizontino to continue causing trouble.

Waguininho tried a shot from the edge of the area, but the ball just grazed Hugo Souza's post.

However, in stoppage time, individual skill made the difference. Talles Magno passed to Yuri Alberto, who entered the area, left the defender on the ground, and scored to open the scoring.

This was the 45th goal for the striker at Corinthians' home and his 13th of the season.

🤑 You Can Make the Pix

With the qualification for the round of 16, Corinthians secured the prize of R$ 3,638,250 that the CBF set for this stage.

🚦 What's Next

With the result, Corinthians awaits the CBF draw to find out their opponent in the round of 16.

Timão returns to the field next Saturday (24th), when they visit Atlético-MG at Arena MRV, for the tenth round of the Brasileirão.

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