02.02.2026 15:51
In the final of the Brazilian Super Cup, Corinthians won the championship by defeating Flamengo 2-0. However, the incidents that occurred in the stands overshadowed the match. Former Galatasaray player Felipe Melo was attacked by Corinthians fans while watching the match from the stands. The escalating incidents were prevented by the intervention of security forces.
In the final of the Brazil Super Cup, Corinthians defeated Flamengo 2-0 to claim the championship, while the incidents in the stands overshadowed the match. The attempted attack on former Galatasaray player Felipe Melo drew significant backlash.
CORINTHIANS REACHED FOR THE CUP
In the final played at Mane Garrincha Stadium, Corinthians took the lead in the 26th minute with a goal from Gabriel Paulista. Flamengo continued the match with 10 players after Carrascal received a red card in the 45th minute. The home team doubled the lead with a goal from Yuri Alberto in the 90+7th minute and left the field with a 2-0 victory, winning the cup.
REACTION TO FORMER FLAMENGO PLAYER MELO
Felipe Melo, who ended his football career last year, watched the final match from the stands. Melo, who started his football journey at Flamengo, became a target for Corinthians fans during the match. The tension in the stands rose quickly.
THEY PULLED HIS SHIRT, TENSION ESCALATED
A verbal argument occurred between Felipe Melo, who was moving to his seat under security, and some fans. During the tension, a Corinthians fan pulled Melo's shirt. Moments when the Brazilian player got angry and wanted to approach the fan were captured on camera. Security forces and interveners prevented the situation from escalating.
PAULISTA CELEBRATED THE CHAMPIONSHIP WITH TEARS
Speaking after the match, Gabriel Paulista experienced emotional moments. Paulista stated, "I have always dreamed of wearing this jersey. I played in Europe for many years, but this dream never faded. Scoring the first goal in a final and bringing the cup to Corinthians is indescribable for me. Honestly, I don't think I will be able to sleep tonight."