Yuri Alberto on quick recovery, Corinthians’ Copa do Brasil lead | OneFootball

The forward Yuri Alberto is back at Corinthians. And much earlier than expected. The player, who recovered from an inguinal hernia surgery in less than a month, has been training normally with his teammates and is available for the decisive game this Wednesday against Athletico-PR, in the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil.

The number 9 returned to work without restrictions at the Dr. Joaquim Grava training center exactly 21 days after undergoing surgery. For comparison, Gustavo Henrique and Hugo, who had the same issue, took 57 and 43 days, respectively.

In an interview with Corinthians TV, Yuri Alberto talked about the recovery process and celebrated his return much earlier than the initial forecast, which was six to eight weeks.

“I am very happy. It's a special week for me. I took care of myself and prepared a lot to be back. We know that after surgery the return is a bit more complicated, but I am working hard and doing my best to be as fit as possible within my best physical conditions,” said the athlete.

Top Scorer Values Advantage

The top scorer of Timão this season, with 13 goals, the forward valued the team's advantage in the clash with Athletico-PR. The team from São Paulo won the first leg, at Ligga Arena, by 1-0, with a goal from Gui Negão.

“It's an important advantage. We know we achieved a positive result away from home, especially on a difficult pitch like that. We have this great advantage, but we need to keep working so that we can, with the few chances we have, extend this result,” he projected.

Recovered from surgery, Yuri Alberto is not only expected to be included in the squad but also has a good chance of being a starter in the decisive match against Furacão.

Next Corinthians Game

The match between Corinthians and Athletico-PR, for the second leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals, is scheduled for 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Wednesday, at Neo Química Arena.

Match Situation

With the victory in the first leg in Curitiba, Timão only needs a draw to advance to the semifinals. In case of a loss by one goal, the match will go to penalties. A defeat by two or more goals will eliminate the team from São Paulo.

The winner of the match will face the winner of the clash between Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG in the next phase. Raposa had the upper hand in the first leg and will decide the classic at home, at Mineirão.

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