According to Inter/Divulgação reports, Sport Club Internacional advanced to the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil despite a 2-1 defeat to Corinthians on Thursday, August 6, in São Paulo. The Colorado side secured a 3-2 aggregate victory thanks to a 2-0 win in the opening leg at the Beira-Rio stadium, earning their spot in the next stage of the national tournament under head coach Paulo Pezzolano.
Copa do Brasil Quarterfinals Draw and Schedule
Following the conclusion of the Round of 16 second leg matches, Internacional awaits the definition of their next opponent in the competition. According to tournament organizers, the official draw to determine the quarterfinal matchups will take place on Tuesday, August 11, starting at 11 a.m. at the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) headquarters in Rio de Janeiro.
Before turning focus back to the knockout tournament, the club returns to domestic league action. According to match schedules, the team travels to face Palmeiras on Sunday, August 9, at 4 p.m. at the Arena Palmeiras. The Colorado squad currently sits in the 16th position of the Campeonato Brasileiro standings with 22 points, working to distance themselves from the relegation zone.
Tactical Breakdown of the Second Leg Match
Corinthians applied intense offensive pressure from the opening whistle, dominating possession and utilizing crosses to test the visiting defense, according to match reports. Internacional held firm until the 42nd minute of the first half, when the home side broke the deadlock. A subsequent VAR review confirmed the goal, giving Corinthians a 1-0 halftime advantage.
The tactical dynamic shifted after the interval. According to pitch-side observations, the Corinthians pressure subsided, allowing Internacional to find offensive rhythm. In the 13th minute of the second half, playmaker Alan Patrick drew two defenders before slipping a pass to Bernabei on the left flank. The Argentine wing-back unleashed a powerful strike that grazed Hugo’s gloves and hit the crossbar before crossing the line, leveling the match at 1-1.
Post-Match Reactions and Individual Performances
Corinthians regained the lead in the 25th minute of the second half when Rodrigo Garro found Matheus Bidu, whose cross allowed Pedro Raul to head home at the far post. Despite late pressure from the hosts seeking a third goal that would level the aggregate score, the Internacional defense maintained its advantage until the final whistle.
According to Cotação ZH player ratings, defenders Maripán and goalscorer Bernabei earned the highest marks for the visiting side, each receiving a 7.5 rating for their performances. Speaking in his post-match press conference, head coach Paulo Pezzolano praised his squad’s grit and dedication.
“We can have more quality, less quality, but the players are giving more than they can, sometimes,” Pezzolano stated, as reported by GZH. The manager acknowledged that Corinthians controlled the flow of the match but highlighted his team’s defensive discipline: “To win games you have to know how to suffer. If the team doesn’t know how to suffer it’s difficult, because you have moments in the game where you have to know how to suffer. That is very highlighted in the team today.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did Internacional defeat to reach the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals?
Internacional advanced past Corinthians, winning 3-2 on aggregate despite a 2-1 loss in the second leg in São Paulo.
When is the draw for the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals?
The CBF will host the quarterfinal draw on Tuesday, August 11, at 11 a.m. at its headquarters in Rio de Janeiro.
Who scored the goals for Internacional in the second leg?
Argentine wing-back Bernabei scored Internacional’s lone goal in the second half, assisted by midfielder Alan Patrick.
What is Internacional’s next match?
The Colorado team faces Palmeiras on Sunday, August 9, at 4 p.m. at the Arena Palmeiras in the Brasileirão.
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