Fernando Diniz hails Carrillo’s tactical discipline after Corinthians draw at Estudiantes | OneFootball

Fernando Diniz praised André Carrillo’s tactical discipline and display after Corinthians drew with Estudiantes in the Copa Libertadores quarter-final first leg on Wednesday. According to Meu Timao, the coach said he has built a strong connection with the Peruvian since arriving at Parque São Jorge.

Diniz believes Carrillo is improving game by game. He cited the winger’s international experience, high technical level and growth since mid-season, adding that at 35 he still shows excellent fitness.

Carrillo’s start came amid a midfield crunch. André Luiz is recovering from a grade 2 right thigh injury, and Zakaria Labyad will miss the rest of the season with a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus damage in his left knee. Raniele was suspended for the match at Estudiantes’ Jorge Luis Hirschi.

The staff were pleased with Carrillo’s response on the pitch. Diniz highlighted his defensive diligence with important cover work while keeping his passing clean, and noted a strong display against Chapecoense. He described Carrillo as enjoyable to watch and in a bright spell.

The tie will be settled in the return on Wednesday 16 September at Neo Química Arena at 21:30. If it finishes level again, penalties will decide, while the winner advances to the semi-finals.

Before that, Corinthians visit Flamengo at Maracanã on Sunday at 17:30 in round 26 of the Campeonato Brasileiro.

Source: Meu Timao

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