Corinthians concede late equaliser, miss chance to climb LNF table | OneFootball

Corinthians drew 2-2 with São José Futsal on Friday night in a match valid for the 13th round of the National Futsal League (LNF). The game was played at Teatrão, and Lucas Martins and Paiva scored the goals for the black-and-white side.

Coach Fernando Malafaia started the match with Lucas Oliveira; Lucas Martins, Renatinho, Maicon and Rick. Among the options on the bench were Kelvin, Caio Barros, Paiva, Da Bonja, Morales, Igor Bredof, Kaio Lopes, Oitomeia and Fabinho. São José, in turn, began the game with Barack, Erick, Biel, Taubaté and Gabriel.

Photo: Beto Miller/Ag. Corinthians

Corinthians put in the better performance for most of the first half. The goal scored in the opening minutes allowed the team to control the pace and reduce the space for the opponent’s attacks. The opening period was also marked by a high number of fouls. Timão even had a direct free-kick opportunity, but failed to take advantage of it to extend the lead.

After the break, the match picked up intensity and became more hard-fought. Corinthians maintained a more cautious approach, managing the result without exposing themselves too much, while São José began attacking more frequently in search of an equalizer.

The black-and-white victory seemed close, but the scenario changed in the final moments. In the last two minutes, the home side managed to score twice and snatched a draw, frustrating Corinthians.

With the point earned, Timão reached 12 points in the standings and moved up to 11th place, overtaking Tubarão on goal difference. Marreco, the first club currently in the relegation battle zone, has eight points.

Corinthians return to the court next Tuesday, July 21. In the state competition, the team will face AABB at 8 p.m. at Ginásio Wlamir Marques.

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