Lingard becomes first British scorer in Brazilian cup

TL;DR

Jesse Lingard has made history as the first British player to score in Brazil's domestic cup while playing for Corinthians. He netted the only goal in a Copa do Brasil match against Barra.

Key points

Jesse Lingard is the first British player to score in Brazil's domestic cup.
He scored for Corinthians in the Copa do Brasil.
Lingard's goal was the only one in the match against Barra.

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Jesse Lingard left England after spending the 2022-23 season with Nottingham Forest [Getty Images]

Former England forward Jesse Lingard has become the first British player to score in Brazil's domestic cup, according to his club Corinthians.

The ex-Manchester United man opened his account for Corinthians in their Copa do Brasil fifth-round first-leg win at third-tier side Barra on Tuesday.

The 33-year-old, who has 32 England caps, volleyed home the game's only goal in first-half stoppage time before being replaced on 62 minutes.

It was Lingard's second start for the seven-time Brazilian champions and his seventh appearance in all competitions.

He joined the club until the end of 2026 having been a free agent after leaving South Korean side FC Seoul in December.

Corinthians are fourth-bottom in the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A after 12 games and host Vasco da Gama in the league on Sunday.

However, they are top of their group in the Copa Libertadores after winning their first two games and next face Uruguayan side Penarol at home on 1 May.

Q&A

Who is the first British player to score in Brazil's domestic cup?

Jesse Lingard is the first British player to score in Brazil's domestic cup.

What team did Jesse Lingard score for in the Copa do Brasil?

Jesse Lingard scored for Corinthians in the Copa do Brasil.

When did Jesse Lingard score his historic goal in Brazil?

Jesse Lingard scored his historic goal during a Copa do Brasil match on Tuesday.