Corinthians complete preparations for Rosario Central, Depay boost and likely XI | OneFootball

Corinthians completed final training at CT Dr. Joaquim Grava before the Libertadores last-16 second leg against Rosario Central, kicking off Thursday at 21:30 at Neo Química Arena.

According to Meu Timao, Memphis Depay renewed his contract on Tuesday, is registered for the competition, and the Dutchman will be named in the squad.

Fernando Diniz oversaw a video briefing, gym work, a pitch warm-up and two tactical drills.

Likely XI: Hugo Souza, Matheuzinho, Gabriel Paulista, Gustavo Henrique, Matheus Bidu, André Carrillo, Raniele, Breno Bidon, Rodrigo Garro, Kaio César, Pedro Raul.

Allan is suspended after his red card in the first leg. Centre-back André Ramalho was discharged on Wednesday after observation for labyrinthitis and will be assessed in the coming days.

Injuries further limit options: Zakaria Labyad has ruptured the ACL and meniscus in his left knee, Alex Santana has begun reconditioning after a knee trauma, and André Luiz and Yuri Alberto have grade two right hamstring issues. Kayke is recovering from left knee ACL surgery, and Vitinho from a meniscus procedure on the same joint.

Since 2014, Corinthians have hosted Argentine opponents 13 times in continental competition, recording four wins, five draws and four defeats, a 43.59% points return.

After the 0-0 first leg at the Estádio Gigante de Arroyito, a simple win in normal time would take Corinthians into the quarter-finals. The winners will face Estudiantes of Argentina.

Source: Meu Timao

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