Memphis shines in crunch time, tops Corinthians stats in knockout | OneFootball

The forward Memphis Depay switched to decisive mode and was crucial in Corinthians’ 1-0 victory over Cruzeiro last Wednesday at Mineirão, in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals. The Dutchman scored the winning goal that gave Timão the advantage in the tie.

This was not the first time Memphis made the difference for Corinthians in a knockout match. According to Sofascore, the number 10 is the team’s leader in goal involvements in elimination games since joining the club.

In 16 matches played, the player has found the net three times and provided eight assists, totaling 11 goal involvements. In addition, he has created seven big chances, made 25 key passes, completed 37 successful dribbles, and won a penalty.

Flying Dutchman!

Besides the goal against Cruzeiro, Memphis Depay also scored one of Corinthians’ goals against Palmeiras in the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. These decisive goals softened the criticism the Dutchman had been facing.

Some Timão fans felt the player was underperforming, especially considering the high figures involved in his contract. This season, in 48 games for the team, the athlete has scored 11 goals and provided 11 assists.

Corinthians’ next match

Situation of the tie

With the 1-0 win in the first leg, Corinthians only need a draw in the second match at Neo Química Arena to advance to the Copa do Brasil final. A one-goal defeat for Corinthians takes the tie to penalties. If they lose by two or more goals, Cruzeiro advances.

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