In-form Memphis eyes Cruzeiro win to send Corinthians to final | OneFootball

The forward Memphis Depay is experiencing a good moment wearing the Corinthians jersey. The Dutchman scored the goal that gave the team an advantage in the match against Cruzeiro in the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil, and now he has the mission to help Timão qualify for the tournament's final.

On a high, the player has good numbers against Cruzeiro. Since his arrival at Parque São Jorge, he has played three games against Raposa and has never been defeated. There were two wins and one draw, in addition to two goals scored.

Decisive Mode

Memphis Depay decided to switch to decisive mode in this final stretch of the season. According to Sofascore, the number 10 is the leader in goal contributions for Corinthians in knockout games since his signing.

In 16 matches played, the player scored three times and provided eight assists, totaling 11 goal contributions. Additionally, there were seven great chances created, 25 key passes, 37 successful dribbles, and one penalty won.

In 2025, in 48 games for the team, the athlete scored 11 goals and provided 11 assists.

Impeccable Campaign

The campaign of Corinthians in the current edition of the tournament is impeccable. Timão has won all seven matches played so far and has not conceded any goals. The team has also scored nine times.

Corinthians vs. Cruzeiro

Match Situation

With a 1-0 victory in the first leg, Corinthians plays for a draw in the second match at Neo Química Arena to advance to the Copa do Brasil final. A loss by one goal difference will take the match to penalties. A defeat by two or more goals will qualify Cruzeiro.

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