Stunner settles Corinthians v Atlético in Itaquera | OneFootball

The 0-0 seemed determined to be the main character this Sunday (24) at Neo Química Arena. 

Clear-cut chances were lacking on both sides, making the match even a bit sleepy for the 42,920 fans in Itaquera. 

Then Zakaria Labyad showed up to make his mark for the second straight game.

And, with a stunning goal from the foreigner, Corinthians beat Atlético Mineiro 1-0. 

The match was part of the 17th round of the Brasileirão. 

Disallowed goal and little excitement

There was a certain balance between the sides before halftime — although the home team had more possession.

Corinthians, for instance, lacked inspiration to break into the opposition box.

Atlético even scored, but Cuello was in an offside position.

Attempts and... WHAT A GOAL!

Diniz turned to Kaio César (replacing Lingard) right at the start of the second half. That was followed by the much-anticipated return of Memphis.

Minda, meanwhile, was Eduardo Domínguez's first move.

The lack of real chances on either side led to more substitutions. But the overall picture did not change. 

Galo's counterattacking attempts did not turn into dangerous chances.

Corinthians only really threatened in the 86th minute, when Matheuzinho tried his luck from outside the box. 

Then the same right-back crossed for Labyad to hit it first time and score a BEAUTIFUL GOAL, leaving Everson with no chance (88').

It was the eighth goal conceded by Galo in the final 15 minutes of a Brasileirão match.

📊 Standings and schedule 📅

Corinthians moved up to 21 points, pulling away from the relegation zone. They are now 15th.

Atlético, meanwhile, stayed on 21 points. They remain 12th.

Both teams now turn their focus to international competitions.

Already guaranteed first place in Libertadores Group E, Timão will host Platense on Wednesday (27).

On the same day, Galo will face Puerto Cabello in Belo Horizonte. They need a win to secure direct qualification for the Copa Sudamericana round of 16.

The following weekend will bring each side's last match before the break for the World Cup.

SCCP will visit Grêmio in Porto Alegre on Saturday (30), while CAM will face Vasco at São Januário on Sunday (31). 

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