Gustavo Henrique named in Libertadores team of the week after clean sheet in Argentina | OneFootball

Gustavo Henrique was named in the CONMEBOL Libertadores team of the week after an impressive display in Corinthians' 0-0 first-leg draw at Rosario Central on Thursday.

According to Meu Timao, the centre-back was the club’s sole representative in the competition’s weekly selection.

He completed the match in Argentina and helped deliver a disciplined rearguard that left Rosario with a clean sheet. He lined up alongside Matheuzinho, Gabriel Paulista and Matheus Bidu.

The defence absorbed sustained pressure from Rosario Central, particularly late on after Allan was sent off, leaving Corinthians a man down.

Across the competition, Gustavo Henrique stands out both offensively and defensively. He leads all Libertadores defenders for goals with three, and also tops goal involvements, shots on target and big chances converted.

At the back, he has 57 clearances, including 43 with his head, the highest tallies among defenders in the tournament.

Corinthians host Cruzeiro in the Brasileiro on Sunday at 19:30 at Neo Química Arena.

The second leg of the last-16 tie is on Thursday at 21:30. Corinthians will advance with a simple win, while a draw would take it to penalties.

Source: Meu Timao

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