Corinthians condemn attack on Hugo Souza, call for punishment measures | OneFootball

On the evening of Wednesday, the 27th, Corinthians defeated Athletico-PR 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals. The match held at Ligga Arena ended with a regrettable incident involving goalkeeper Hugo Souza, who was assaulted by a home team fan that invaded the field and had to be restrained by security – the match ended shortly after the incident.

About two hours after the situation, the Alvinegro issued a statement of repudiation. Corinthians lamented the fan's behavior and stated that they expect both Athletico-PR and the CBF to “take appropriate punitive measures.” The statement did not specify whether the club and/or the athlete chose to file a police report about the assault, nor if there will be a complaint to the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD).

Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Ag. Corinthians

It is worth remembering that Athletico-PR could be punished by the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) for the incident, according to article 213 of the Brazilian Sports Justice Code (CBJD). Additionally, objects were thrown onto the field, which could result in the loss of home advantage.

Corinthians and Athletico-PR will face each other again on September 10th at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Neo Química Arena. Alvinegro can advance with any draw. Before that, however, Corinthians shifts focus back to the Brazilian Championship. Next Sunday, August 30th, Alvinegro hosts Palmeiras in Itaquera for the 22nd round of the national competition.

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