Raniele apologises for red card in Corinthians’ 1-0 win sealing Libertadores quarter-finals | OneFootball

Corinthians midfielder Raniele apologised on social media after being sent off in the 1-0 win over Rosario Central that sealed a place in the Conmebol Libertadores quarter-finals. The player said in a post that he was sorry to supporters and, above all, to his team-mates.

He was dismissed 12 minutes into the second half for catching an opponent's thigh with his studs during a challenge, a VAR review led to the red card. With 10 men, Corinthians still found a late winner, Breno Bidon turning in after a Memphis Depay free-kick.

Raniele acknowledged the size of the occasion and the gravity of his mistake, and thanked his colleagues for running and giving everything to secure progression. He also praised the support for singing throughout despite adversity.

He stressed that mistakes happen and that his career is built on courage and commitment.

He vowed to face up when required, adding that he lives this 200 percent.

Source: Globo.com

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