Jacy Maranhão, a defender for Coritiba, fell into a tunnel while celebrating a goal that was later disallowed by the video assistant referee during a match against Chapecoense. Despite the mishap, Coritiba won the game 2-1. Maranhão, who was marking his impending fatherhood by tucking the ball under his shirt, sustained a minor ankle injury but reported that he was fine after the incident.
The goal celebration gone wrong occurred in the 41st minute, leading to Maranhão's substitution shortly after halftime. He acknowledged the excitement of scoring, noting that goals are rare for center-backs.
Jacy Maranhão's injury highlights the need for better safety measures around pitch boundaries, especially during celebrations. Fans should keep an eye on his recovery and whether Coritiba adjusts their celebration protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.