Corinthians defence shines in 0-0 with Rosario Central after Allan red | OneFootball

Corinthians drew 0-0 with Rosario Central in the first leg of the Conmebol Libertadores last 16, their centre-backs impressing in a tie complicated by Allan’s red card. Hugo Souza’s saves and a disciplined back line secured another clean sheet.

According to Globo.com, the first scare came on 11 minutes when Hugo Souza tipped away a long-range effort from Campaz. Pedro Raul linked well for Kaio César to fire dangerously on 20 minutes. Matheus Bidu then headed against the post from a Matheuzinho cross on 42 minutes, before Breno Bidon was booked for pushing Di María on 43 minutes.

After the interval Rosario Central increased the pressure, particularly down Gustavo Henrique’s side, but Corinthians held firm. Hugo Souza blocked Ávila’s cross-shot on 17 minutes and saved from Di María on 38 minutes. Allan was dismissed for two bookings for robust challenges, leaving his side to manage the closing stages.

Gabriel Paulista and Gustavo Henrique won their duels and cleared repeatedly, with Matheuzinho solid against Campaz. Matheus Bidu contained Di María but found build-up play harder. Raniele was industrious in midfield, while Kaio César was fouled repeatedly.

Garro struggled with his passing and, after Allan’s dismissal, was replaced by Carrillo on 37 minutes, the substitute making two important interceptions. André Ramalho and Lingard came on late and were unrated. Head coach Fernando Diniz selected his strongest side and kept the structure organised despite second-half pressure.

Source: Globo.com

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