Brazilian defender Jacy of Coritiba surged forward in the closing stages of a tense Serie A clash, his header finding the net and sparking a jubilant reaction that took an unexpected turn.
Teammates and spectators watched in amazement as he vaulted toward a tunnel beneath the stadium, disappearing from view in a daring celebratory leap.
Goal Disallowed After Review
A subsequent VAR inspection determined that the strike had originated from an offside position, nullifying the goal and erasing Jacy’s exuberant celebration from the official record.
Echoes of a Past Incident
The episode revived memories of a 2014 episode involving Cameroonian forward Joel, who had executed a near‑identical dive into the same tunnel during a match now etched into league folklore.
Jacy’s physical setback added another layer of concern; medical staff confirmed a muscle strain sustained in the 48th minute, underscoring a lingering injury crisis for the side.
Despite the setback, Coritiba secured a 2‑1 victory, climbing to tenth place in the Brazilian championship while their opponents, Chapecoense, remained anchored at the foot of the table.
Images captured after the match revealed the retractable cover of the tunnel had been retracted, prompting club officials to reinforce safety protocols to prevent future mishaps.