In a thrilling encounter, Corinthians faced a tough challenge on Tuesday as they fought back from a deficit to secure a 2-1 victory against the Argentine side Newell's Old Boys, gaining an advantage in the Copa Sudamericana Round of 16 series.

Yuri Alberto, through a penalty kick, and Wesley were the goal scorers for the Sao Paulo-based team, while Marcos Portillo pulled one back for the Rosario-based squad.

The match showcased intense competition as Corinthians had to work hard to turn the game around and secure the victory. With this hard-fought comeback, they now hold an edge going into the second leg, providing a valuable advantage in the pursuit of advancing to the next stage of the Copa Sudamericana.