🎥 Corinthians v Athletico: refereeing, injuries, no goals
Corinthians and Athletico played to a 0-0 draw in the 21st round of the 2026 Brasileirão, a match marked by controversial refereeing and significant injuries to players Yuri Alberto and Labyad. Both teams struggled to find sharpness in front of the goal throughout the contest.
Why it matters
The injuries and the draw impact the standings and roster depth for both clubs as they prepare for the upcoming Copa do Brasil round of 16.
No goals at Neo QuÃmica Arena in Thursday's (30) Corinthians vs. Athletico clash.
With some confusing refereeing from Paulo César Zanovelli da Silva and few genuine scoring chances, the 0-0 scoreline held until the end.
The match was part of the 21st round of the 2026 Brasileirão.
A (negative) highlight was the likely serious injuries to Yuri Alberto — who had been rested — and Labyad .
The first half featured a Corinthians side with more possession and attacking volume.
Athletico — who rotated less with the Copa do Brasil in mind — did threaten first, in the 12th minute.
But they did not force Hugo Souza into any major saves before halftime.
The best chance fell to Diniz's team. But Santos twice played the villain.
Labyad had to be substituted before the end of the first half with a suspected sprain in his left knee.
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