O Santos was just seconds away from regaining victory in Paulistão. On an inspired afternoon for the goalkeeper Gabriel Brazãothe team Juan Pablo Vojvoda held 1-0 until the 52nd minute of the final stage, when Kewen secured a 1-1 draw for Guarani, in the Princess Gold Earring. Despite the bitter taste of the result, Brazão’s performance was the great black and white highlight in Campinas.
With the mission of providing security to Vojvoda’s defensive system, Gabriel Brazão was tested to the limit. And once again it did. He was close to being bought by Flamengo, but preferred to remain at Vila Belmiro rather than be a reserve player. Rossi in Gávea. Brazão has the support of the Santos fans.
In the first minute of the second half in Campinas, the goalkeeper made a difficult save. Shortly afterwards, he faced the moment of greatest pressure: a penalty committed by Zé Ivaldo. Brazão didn’t just hit the corner with Mirandinha’s shotas did the defense in two halves, preventing Brinco de Ouro from exploding into celebration.
Penalty is two saves
The goalkeeper’s security gave Santos confidence to loosen up a little more and open the scoring in the 13th minute, with Barreal completing Vini Lira’s cross after Willian Arão’s throw. Brazão has the trust of the Santos players and coach. Even with the dominance and advantage, Santos were unable to “kill” the game. Without Gabigol (preserved by tendonitis) and Neymar (injured), the attack had a goal from Thaciano disallowed due to Lautaro being offside. Santos’ resistance, sustained by Brazão’s interventions, collapsed in the last breath of the game, when Kewen rose higher than the defense to equalize the score.
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The draw leaves the Santos with four points at Paulistão. Now, attention turns to Thursday, when the team hosts Corinthians at Vila Belmiro. Expectations remain for Gabigol’s return and for Brazão’s good form to continue, as he appears to have consolidated his position under the goalposts. There is a small possibility that Neymar will remain on the bench.
AI with information and editing from The Football
