Amid a lackluster match, Corinthians narrowly escaped relegation with a goalless draw against Fluminense at Maracanã Stadium. The result pushed Corinthians to 16th place with 22 points, while Fluminense remained in 18th with 20 points, teetering on the edge of the relegation zone.
Despite the stalemate, both teams face upcoming matches in continental competitions. Corinthians will host Red Bull Bragantino in the Copa Sudamericana, and Fluminense will take on Grêmio in the Copa Libertadores at Maracanã.
The match saw few chances for goals, with both teams struggling to convert their opportunities. With a disjointed first half and a notable disallowed goal in the second half, the game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Stalemate at Maracanã: Corinthians and Fluminense’s Goalless Draw
As Corinthians and Fluminense left the field reflecting on missed chances, the draw underscored the fierce competition in the Brazilian football league’s lower ranks, with survival at stake.