Memphis Depay apologizes after Corinthians eliminated from Libertadores

Copa Libertadores Memphis Depay Corinthians Estudiantes penalty miss

Corinthians has been eliminated from the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals following a 1-0 defeat by Estudiantes. The match, held at the Neo Química Arena, was decided in the final minutes when Alexis Castro scored for the Argentine side. In the closing moments, Memphis Depay missed a decisive penalty that could have sent the game to a shootout.

Depay addressed the fans via social media, describing the missed penalty as the “greatest disappointment of my career.” He expressed his heartbreak over the elimination and apologized to the supporters, while also stating that he accepts the criticism and remains committed to the club.

Following the loss, Neymar Jr. offered public support to Depay, commenting “Stay strong bro” on the player's post. Corinthians now shifts its focus to the Campeonato Brasileiro, where they are currently in 14th place.

Entities

Alexis Castro · CONMEBOL Libertadores · Copa Libertadores · Corinthians · Estudiantes · Memphis Depay · Neymar Jr.

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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[DISPUTED] Estudiantes defeated Corinthians 1-0 to eliminate them from the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.estadao.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] Depay expressed that he understands and accepts the criticism resulting from his error. www.estadao.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] Conmebol regulations require players to pass through the mixed zone, though they are not required to make statements.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Corinthians could face a fine between 8,000 and 10,000 dollars for failing to follow mixed zone protocols.
[● 3 SOURCES] Memphis Depay described his missed penalty as the biggest disappointment of his career. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.gazetaweb.com · www.estadao.com.br
[● 2 SOURCES] Depay stated he is heartbroken following the elimination. www.cnnbrasil.com.br · www.estadao.com.br
[● 3 SOURCES] Memphis Depay issued a public apology to Corinthians fans via Instagram. esporte.ig.com.br · www.gazetaesportiva.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Memphis Depay described the missed penalty as the biggest disappointment of his career. esporte.ig.com.br · www.gazetaesportiva.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Corinthians was eliminated from the Conmebol Libertadores following a 1-0 loss to Estudiantes. esporte.ig.com.br · www.gazetaesportiva.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The missed penalty occurred in the final minute of the match. esporte.ig.com.br · www.gazetaesportiva.com