Ramalho plays down Memphis and Dorival reactions: "No need for drama" | OneFootball

The defender André Ramalho downplayed the reactions of Memphis Depay and Dorival Júnior after the first match of the Copa do Brasil final between Corinthians and Vasco. The match ended in a 0-0 draw at the Neo Química Arena.

Memphis left the field irritated after being substituted at the 38th minute of the second half. Dorival, on the other hand, argued with a fan after the final whistle.

Ramalho, however, views the actions of both as natural and said that "it's not a reason for drama".

"This topic wasn't brought up, I wasn't even aware of this issue with Dorival. As for Memphis, I think I see it as him wanting to play more and wanting to help more and he was substituted. I don't think we should dramatize this kind of situation. Football is a game with a lot of emotion involved. I think we have to try to understand this kind of situation, and I'm sure Dorival will understand too," he stated.

"It's not a reason for any drama, especially at a moment like this, such a decisive time of the year. It's not the time for us to be dramatizing this kind of situation. As I said, I see it as an athlete who wanted to help more and, by the coach's decision, didn't stay. Patience," he concluded.

Match Situation

The result keeps everything open for the second match of the decision between Corinthians and Vasco. The winner of the return match will take the Copa do Brasil title. If the draw persists on the aggregate score, the decision will be made in penalties.

The decisive duel is scheduled for this Sunday. The ball will roll from 6 PM (Brasília time) on the Maracanã field, in Rio de Janeiro.

Next Corinthians Match

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