Analysis The numbers behind the result
Chapecoense efficiency trumps Corinthians' possession dominance
Chapecoense's 2-1 victory was a classic case of effectiveness overcoming territorial dominance, with the visitors converting two of their five shots on target despite holding just 38% possession. Corinthians' early lead through Matheus Bidu (2') masked their wastefulness — they registered 16 shots (6 on target) but repeatedly failed to test Anderson decisively beyond the opener. Marcio Antonio's brace (40', 77') — the second assisted by Yannick Bolasie after his 61st-minute introduction — proved decisive in flipping the game.
The numbers reveal a disjointed Corinthians performance — their 62% possession and 675 total passes translated to just 5 corners and 20 free kicks, highlighting a lack of cutting edge in advanced areas. Chapecoense's disciplined defensive structure (21 fouls, 4 yellows) disrupted rhythm, while their clinical edge (5 shots on target from 7 total) proved pivotal. The visitors' superior shot conversion rate (28.6% vs Corinthians' 6.3%) was the defining metric — evidence of a side maximising limited opportunities against profligate hosts.