Lingard scores first goal for Corinthians, makes Copa do Brasil history | OneFootball

Corinthians beat Barra-SC 1-0 on Tuesday night (21) at Ressacada in the first leg of the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil. The standout of the match was Jesse Lingard, who scored his first goal wearing the black-and-white shirt and secured Corinthians’ advantage in the tie.

The English attacking midfielder started for the second time since joining the club, the first under Fernando Diniz. The goal came in first-half stoppage time after a free-kick delivery from Matheuzinho. Pedro Raul flicked it on with a header, and Lingard appeared unmarked to finish first-time and find the net.

Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Agência Corinthians

Besides opening his account for Corinthians, the player also made competition history by becoming the first British athlete to score a goal in the Copa do Brasil. The play also marked his first direct goal contribution for the club since arriving in Brazilian football.

Signed in March, Lingard has made seven appearances for Corinthians and played just over 200 minutes. The 33-year-old is going through a physical recovery process after a spell without playing since the end of his time in Asian football, and has been used gradually by the coaching staff.

With the away result, Corinthians only need a draw in the return leg, which will be played at Neo Química Arena, to secure a place in the next round of the competition.

Before that, Alvinegro turns its attention to the Brazilian Championship. On Sunday (26), at 4 p.m. (Brasília time), the team faces Vasco in Itaquera in the 13th round of the national tournament.

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