📈 Yuri Alberto makes history in Copa do Brasil final for Corinthians | OneFootball

Corinthians won the 2025 Copa do Brasil this Sunday (21), by defeating Vasco 2-1 at the Maracanã.

And, although Memphis Depay scored the title-winning goal, the standout of the final was actually Yuri Alberto.

That's because the Timão striker scored the opening goal and was also responsible for providing the assist that allowed Depay to "become a hero."

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What makes this achievement special?

According to Opta data, Yuri Alberto is the first player, since 2014 (when the platform began collecting data), to score a goal and provide an assist in a Copa do Brasil final.

Why does this matter?

Finals are usually tightly contested and high-pressure games. Deciding a match with a goal and a decisive pass shows personality and the ability to deliver in big moments.

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