Gabi Zanotti hails win, upbeat about Corinthians' new coach | OneFootball

On the night of this Monday (23), Corinthians faced América-MG at Neo Química Arena in a match valid for the fourth round of the first phase of the 2026 Brazilian Women’s Championship, and won 4-0. After the game, Gabi Zanotti, who scored two goals, spoke about her current moment, the expectation of a new call-up to the Brazilian National Team, and the team’s progress under the new coaching staff.

Asked about the possibility of being called up again by Arthur Elias in the next squad list, the player highlighted that her focus is on performing for the club and that the Brazilian National Team is a consequence of the work done.

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“As I usually say, I think I do my job here. Normally, it’s a consequence of the work you do at the club. Arthur has always made it clear that, regardless of age, he will be calling players up. So that’s it, it’s about thinking about Corinthians first. I want to have a run of games, I want to regain confidence. The important thing today is to keep scoring goals, providing assists, working here, because the national team is always a consequence,” said the number 10.

Gabi Zanotti also valued the result achieved at home and stressed the importance of the victory for the team’s recovery in the Brazilian Championship. The attacking midfielder also commented on the recent training period and the adaptation to the new style of play, showing optimism for the rest of the season.

“I think that was our objective today. At home, to do our job, to get the three points. Take advantage of an opponent in a very bad situation in the table. It’s also about goal advantage, goal difference, we know that’s important. It’s about regaining confidence in front of our fans, who came here on a Monday night and supported us, regardless of the number of supporters,” she said.

“I had eight training sessions, because we had this period away with the national team. And that’s how I see our work, I’m very optimistic about our year, it’s a very big change in behavior in just a few sessions, still absorbing some information, defensive and offensive behaviors completely different from the previous management. So that’s it, it’s about working. I see a much more competitive team, a team wanting to fight for the ball, enjoying having possession. I think the most important thing is for us to regain our confidence and put Corinthians back at the top of the table,” she continued.

Regarding the internal competitiveness within the squad, Gabi highlighted the importance of there being no room for complacency among the players. She also celebrated the opportunity to play both at Neo Química Arena and at Fazendinha, reinforcing the importance of the fans’ support.

“She made it clear that whoever is doing well will play, that she will be evaluating daily. So I think there can’t be any comfort zone. We athletes are driven by challenges. If I’m not being pushed, I won’t be able to evolve. So that’s what is clear in our day-to-day. I see everyone competing, wanting to fight for a spot, and that’s what makes a winning squad, a winning mentality, I think that’s what we needed. I’m very optimistic. I’m sure we’re going to have a great year,” she stated.

“I, personally, love playing at Fazendinha. We know that it has always been our home, and here at Neo Química it is always special. We were used to always playing big matches, knockout games. We know that now the doors are also open to play league-phase matches here in the Brasileirão. So today this win is important, as is the goal difference. I’m eager to play again at Fazendinha, to have our fans much closer there,” she continued

During the match, a controversial play led to complaints from Corinthians’ players. Gabi commented on the play and lamented the absence of VAR. Speaking about the refereeing and the flow of the game, the player reinforced the need for greater fluidity in the match.

“Actually, I didn’t realize it was already inside the box. And I think Andressa was the one complaining there. I think she was the closest. But it was well inside the box. About 5 meters in. Unfortunately, VAR is missed at times like this, or maybe the challenge system at this stage. I think it would be something important, just like we had in the Copa do Brasil, it could help us,” Zanotti commented.

“It’s difficult to talk about the refereeing. We complained to her a lot there about letting the game flow more. We know América is going through a difficult situation, with investment being withdrawn. It’s regrettable, so many youth players a bit lost. And we have nothing to do with their problem. We just wanted to play, and with them wasting time on goal kicks, that’s bad for football. But we have to think about ourselves and do our part. Maybe another goal could have come from that, a play, a penalty. But this win is important, I’m happy with our result today,” she added.

Finally, Gabi Zanotti analyzed the coaching change and highlighted the differences in style between the coaches, praising the new ideas that have been implemented.

“They are totally different styles of play, different ways of thinking. Emily likes possession a bit more, variations, she likes to have more of the ball, to play through the middle. We have a very technical team and I think it was very bad for us to think only about depth, attacking down the flanks. Well, but Piccinato also did a great job. He left many good things here”

“It’s hard to compare, right? Each one thinks differently. But we can only benefit from her style of play, from our characteristics. There are players with speed, players who like to attack depth, there are players who can play more one-twos through the middle, drift between the lines. We can play in different systems, we have a great squad. And, as I said, I’m very optimistic about our year, about what we can build from here on.”

After facing América-MG in Itaquera, Corinthians remain focused on the Brazilian Women’s Championship. That is because Alvinegro will visit Botafogo next Friday (27), for the fifth round of the first phase of the national tournament. The match is scheduled for 7 p.m. (Brasília time) at Nilton Santos Stadium in Rio de Janeiro.

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