Corinthians defender shows swollen ankle, mocks refereeing | OneFootball

Defender Gustavo Henrique mocked the refereeing after Corinthians’ draw in the derby against Santos this Thursday at Vila Belmiro, for the fourth round of the Campeonato Paulista. The defender posted a photo of his swollen ankle on his official Instagram account.

The player was referring to the play that led to Santos’ equalizing goal. In the move, Gustavo Henrique challenged Lautaro Díaz and, in referee Lucas Canetto Belotti’s view, committed a foul. Gabigol took the free kick powerfully and leveled the score.

“The foul really was mine,” wrote the defender.

(Photo: Reproduction/Instagram)

Frustrating draw

Corinthians played better and dominated most of the derby, but ended up having to settle for a 1-1 draw. The visitors’ goal was scored by Yuri Alberto, who redeemed himself after missing a penalty.

Gustavo Henrique was not the only one irritated with the refereeing. After the match, coach Dorival Júnior also lashed out at the referee and spoke of a “grotesque error”.

With the result, Timão remains stuck in seventh place in the standings, with five points, and has now gone three games without a win. So far, there have been two draws, one loss, and one win in the State Championship.

Corinthians’ next match

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