Evertton Araújo voted ‘fans’ hero after goal v Vitória, in Copa do Brasil | OneFootball

Rubro-Negro fans chose Evertton Araújo as the ‘Fans’ Man of the Match’ in a vote on social media

Flamengo beat Vitória 2-1 on Wednesday (22) in the first leg of the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil. After scoring one of the goals in the win and delivering a standout performance, Evertton Araújo was one of Fla’s top performers. As a result, the ‘Fans’ Man of the Match’ was the number 52.

First, Flamengo opened a vote on its official social media channels so fans could choose the player who shone the brightest in the match. That way, Evertton Araújo was elected the ‘Fans’ Man of the Match’ after a great performance against Vitória.

How did the voting go?

First of all, Evertton Araújo had to beat out big-name teammates to win the ‘Fans’ Man of the Match’ vote. The defensive midfielder was up against: Pedro, Bruno Henrique and Danilo.

What was the result?

How did Flamengo get the win?

Flamengo made home advantage count last Wednesday (22). As a result, still in the first half, Evertton Araújo was responsible for opening the scoring at the Maracanã. Even so, the Bahia-based side responded quickly and equalized before halftime.

Then, in the second half, Flamengo went back in front after a goal from Pedro. Vitória even found an equalizer, but referee Anderson Daronco disallowed the goal for offside by the Bahia team’s player.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Now, Flamengo turn their attention back to the Brazilian Championship. On Sunday (26), the Rubro-Negro face Atlético-MG in the 13th round of the Brasileirão. The match takes place at Arena MRV in Belo Horizonte, starting at 8:30 PM (Brasília time).

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