Red card for Carrascal after VAR check leaves Flamengo with 10 to start the second half against Corinthians in the Super Cup Final

The final of Supercopa of Brasil 2026 between Flamengo and Corinthians is still underway at Estádio Mané Garrincha, at Brasília. Corinthians opened the scoring in the first half with a goal from Gabriel Paulista and reached the break with a 1-0 lead. The most controversial move occurred in stoppage time of the opening half, when midfielder Após VAR review, referee Rafael Klein maintained the on-field decision and issued a direct red card to the Colombian from Flamengo. The expulsion generated intense complaints from the red and black players.

The game resumed a few minutes ago for the second half. Flamengo tries to react even with one less player, while Corinthians manages the minimum advantage and seeks to exploit counterattacks.

Corinthians goal from dead ball

Corinthians opened the scoring 25 minutes into the first half. Matheuzinho took a short corner and raised the ball from the intermediary to Gustavo Henrique, who headed it into the small area. Gabriel Paulista appeared free and made the first attempt to shake Rossi’s nets. Foi the first goal conceded by Flamengo in the decision.

After the goal, the São Paulo team maintained its defensive organization. Gabriel Paulista and Gustavo Henrique stood out in cuts and anticipations.

Controversial bid defines expulsion

During first-half stoppage time, the game was stopped for VAR analysis. Carrascal hit Breno Bidon in the face while fighting for the ball. Jogadores of Corinthians complained of aggression and asked for a red card. Referee Rafael Klein went to the monitor to review the images and confirmed the direct expulsion of the Colombian midfielder. The decision sparked protests on the pitch, with Flamengo athletes surrounding the referee.

The move occurred in the last minute of the initial stage. Após the expulsion, the game went to halftime with Corinthians with a numerical and score advantage.

First half with few shots

Flamengo controlled possession of the ball for most of the initial stage, but found it difficult to create clear chances. Corinthians bet on counterattacks and was more dangerous with submissions. Aos 37 minutes, Memphis Depay received the ball from Breno Bidon and finished with a cross, requiring a great save from

The São Paulo team also had opportunities from dead balls. Memphis took dangerous corners, but the red and black defense managed to fend off the threats.

Resumption of the second half

The second half started with Flamengo pressing in search of a draw. Mesmo with one less player, the red and black team tries to organize plays on the flanks. Corinthians maintains defensive compactness and waits for spaces to accelerate.

The match remains balanced and with high intensity. The referee has frequently distributed fouls to control the physical game.

Minute by minute – Principais bids so far

• 00′ – Bola rolling on Mané Garrincha for the decision of Supercopa on Brasil.
• 25′ – Gol do Corinthians! Gabriel Paulista opens the scoring after a header from Gustavo Henrique on a corner.
• 37′ – Grande chance for Corinthians. Memphis Depay finishes with a cross, but Rossi makes a spectacular save.
• 45’+1 – VAR in action to analyze a move from Alex Sandro to Breno Bidon. Decisão maintained, without card.
• 45’+5 – Confusão on the lawn. Jogadores of Corinthians ask for a VAR review after Carrascal’s decision on
• 52′ – Após checks the VAR, Rafael Klein sends off Carrascal with a straight red card.
• 00′ 2T – Recomeça the second half with Flamengo at a numerical disadvantage.

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The Supercopa decision remains in progress. Corinthians tries to maintain the advantage and explore the spaces left by the expulsion. Flamengo is looking for a draw even with 10 players on the field.

Tactical composition and expected adjustments

Filipe Luís must adjust the red and black scheme to compensate for the absence of Carrascal in midfield. The tendency is to reinforce marking in the defensive sector and look for plays through the wings. Corinthians, in turn, maintains the average block and bets on the speed of Memphis and Yuri Alberto in counterattacks.

The match has featured many fouls and interruptions. The referee has been called frequently to contain the intensity of the confrontation.

Context of the decision

Flamengo and Corinthians decide on the first title of the 2026 season. Rubro-Negro reached the final after winning the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro with 79 points. Timão secured a place by beating Copa from Brasil, beating Vasco in the decision.

The game takes place at Estádio Mané Garrincha, at Brasília, with a local time of 4pm. Expectations were high due to the recent campaigns of both teams.

Highlights performance

Gabriel Paulista has been important in the Corinthians defense. The defender scored the winning goal and won most of the aerial duels. Pelo alongside Flamengo, Pedro and Arrascaeta try to create the main offensive plays, but run into the opponent’s compression.

Rossi and Hugo Souza, goalkeepers for both teams, have already made important saves. The match still holds a lot of emotions in the next few minutes.