Corinthians ultras regret hostility to kid Neymar fan in league derby | OneFootball

Gaviões da Fiel, Corinthians’ main organized supporters’ group, like the club itself, spoke out regarding the hostile acts against a child who is a Neymar fan during the derby between the two teams in the 25th round of the 2026 Brazilian Championship on the afternoon of last Sunday (30). Timão ended up losing 1-0 and remained in 10th place in the national competition with 32 points — eight wins, eight draws, and nine losses — with 26 goals scored and 25 conceded.

In the statement, Alvinegro’s organized supporters’ group lamented the reactions of other Corinthians fans to an eight-year-old child receiving Neymar’s Santos jersey. The statement also says that the organization is completely against any act of violence or discrimination.

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In addition, Gaviões da Fiel emphasized that “it is up to parents and guardians to guide children and teenagers on appropriate behavior in sports environments, contributing to respectful coexistence among fans. However, nothing justifies aggression or intimidation against a child.”

As an example of valuing Brazilian football idols, Gaviões da Fiel cited a tribute paid to Pelé, considered one of the greatest athletes in the history of the sport and the greatest player in Santos’ history, in September 1974 during a match between the clubs in that year’s Paulista Championship. The match marked the farewell of the King of Football in the Baixada Santista team’s shirt.

On that occasion, Alcides Jorge de Souza Piva, known as Joca, president of Gaviões da Fiel, presented a plaque to the legendary player. In the stadium stands, a banner was unfurled with the words: “Gaviões: greater than Pelé, only the Fiel.” Timão won that match 1-0 with a goal by Rivellino.

After being beaten by Santos in Itaquera in the Brazilian Championship, Corinthians remain focused on the competition and will have another full week of training until their next match. Next Sunday (6), at 7 p.m. Brasília time, Timão will host Chapecoense at Neo Química Arena in a match valid for the 26th round of the national tournament.

Check out Gaviões da Fiel’s official statement:

GAVIÕES CONDEMNS THE HOSTILIZATION OF A CHILD AT NEO QUÍMICA ARENA

Gaviões da Fiel Torcida vehemently condemns the hostilization suffered by a child in the West stand of Neo Química Arena during Sunday’s match, after asking for and receiving the jersey of a player from the opposing team.

We are completely against any act of intimidation, embarrassment, or violence, especially when it involves children. We do not accept or condone cowardly attitudes that expose children to physical or psychological aggression.

We understand that it is up to parents and guardians to guide children and teenagers on appropriate behavior in sports environments, contributing to respectful coexistence among fans. However, nothing justifies aggression or intimidation against a child.

Brazilian football needs idols, and it is essential that new generations experience their passion for the sport in a healthy, respectful, and safe way.

Throughout its history, Gaviões has always shown respect for the great figures of football, above comparisons and rivalries. On September 29, 1974, even during Corinthians’ long title drought, the organization paid tribute to Pelé in his last derby against Timão, at Pacaembu. On that occasion, Pelé received a plaque delivered by the late Alcides Jorge de Souza Piva, Joca, while a banner displayed the message: “Gaviões: greater than Pelé, only the Fiel.”

Gaviões’ board has already contacted the family and will welcome the child at our headquarters, reaffirming that we are protectors of Corinthians fans and do not condone any form of violence or embarrassment.

We reaffirm our commitment to respect, democracy, and the protection of children and teenagers. No passion for a club can justify cowardice against a child.

Gaviões da Fiel Torcida

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