Arena pitch bears NFL marks before Corinthians v Athletico-PR, photo | OneFootball

The field at Neo Química Arena shows some 'marks' from the NFL before the game between Corinthians and Athletico-PR, this Wednesday, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), for the second leg of the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil.

The paint used to mark the field in the match between Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers last Friday, has not been completely removed. It is still possible to see the yard and endzone markings, in the goal area.

In addition, the logo of the main American football league is still displayed in the center of the field, albeit faded.

(Photo: André da Silva Costa/Gazeta Press)

Field Damaged?

The possibility of the field being visually damaged was already anticipated by the organization team of Neo Química Arena. During the Fifa date, a period when Corinthians did not play, the field received special treatment to remove the paint and the 'tufts' of grass left by the NFL game.

However, the stadium workers assure that, despite the aesthetics, the grass is in good condition to host the Copa do Brasil match.

Match Situation

Corinthians won the first leg, at Ligga Arena, by 1-0, with a goal from Gui Negão. With the victory in Curitiba, Timão only needs a draw to advance to the semifinals. If Athletico-PR wins by a one-goal difference, the match will go to penalties. However, a victory by the visitors by two or more goals eliminates the Paulistas.

The winner of the match will face Cruzeiro or Atlético-MG in the next stage. Raposa won the first leg away and now decides the classic in front of their fans, at Mineirão.

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