Official star Memphis Depay triggers a pack formation with a provocative campaign in Brazil.
On the way to his first title in Brazil, Memphis Depay reached borderline in the trick box. In the final phase of the final second leg as part of the Camponato Paulista, the regional championship in Sao Paulo, the offensive star of Corinthians against Palmeiras triggered a pack formation.
The last minute of the regular season had just begun when the Dutch international at the corner flag stood on the ball for a few seconds with both feet and spread both arms to keep the balance. This form of the time game caused angry reactions to the opponent.
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First, Depay was heavily tackled by opponents in the duel. This was again angry with the substitute players of Palmeiras, who warmed up at the corner flag. There was a violent scramble, in which other players and substitute players of both teams quickly interfered.
References after pack formation
The game was interrupted for several minutes. Referee Matheus Delgado finally showed the red card for a kick after a Var check Palmeiras replacement goalkeeper Marcelo Lomba. José Martinez, who was already replaced, also saw red.
In the end there was 18 minutes of stoppage time, but Corinthians finally brought the result over time. After a 1-0 win in the first leg, the team was enough for the first title in six years. For the former Barca star Depay, who moved to Brazil in September 2024, it was the first title win with his new team.