Corinthians dig deep to see off Vasco da Gama after first half red card | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Corinthians beat Vasco da Gama 1-0 in the Brasileirão to rise from 17th to 14th. Matheus Bidu struck in the 38th minute from the centre of the box after a Rodrigo Garro pass. The game flipped when André was sent off (45.), forcing Timão to defend deep. Cruz-Maltino dominated the ball with 59.8% possession and 21 attempts, yet Kauê Camargo made seven saves to preserve the lead. Coringão climb while Vascão remain 10th, with Coringão hosting Peñarol in the Libertadores next and Vascão hosting Olimpia in the Sudamericana.

Player of the Match: Kauê Camargo kept Coringão ahead with seven saves and a high claim under heavy pressure after the red card.

Stat of the Match: Rodrigo Garro made six key passes, adding the assist and supplying Timão's sharpest service.

Three Things We Learned: After André's dismissal, Coringão still edged the physical battle with 52.0% duels won despite 40.2% possession. Cruz-Maltino's volume yielded little end product, posting 21 attempts and 23 crosses with 33.3% shot accuracy. Bidu's contribution went beyond his finish, completing 31 of 35 passes and nine successful final third passes for Coringão.