Hugo joins Corinthians’ top three penalty stoppers, celebrates | OneFootball

The Corinthians defeated Red Bull Bragantino 2-0 on Thursday night at the Neo Química Arena, in the third round of the Brazilian Championship. Decisive, goalkeeper Hugo Souza celebrated the triumph and another penalty saved by the alvinegro club.

“I am very happy to help the team. The three points were very important, we played a great game, continuing what we had been doing. Our team is on a great rise, we are playing well. Today, thank God, we came out with the victory, I was able to help with another penalty saved. I am very happy, I hope to continue writing my story here at this club,” said the player in an interview with Premiere.

With the save, Hugo Souza entered the top 3 goalkeepers with the most penalties saved in Corinthians' history. He saved his 11th penalty, equaling Gylmar dos Santos Neves. They are only behind Ronaldo Giovanelli, with 27, and Cássio, with 32.

See the ranking below:

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Standings Situation

With the result, Corinthians secured their first victory in the Brasileirão and reached 12th place in the standings, with three points earned. Timão has one win and one loss in two matches played in the tournament.

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