Corinthians defence start Brasileirão in fine form | OneFootball

Corinthians’ defense has been one of the team’s bright spots this season. In the current edition of the Brazilian Championship, Timão has the second-best defense overall and is the team that has conceded the fewest goals away from home.

Having conceded only two goals in the four matches played away from Neo Química Arena, the defense led by Gustavo Henrique is one of the best in Brazilian football.

However, Corinthians have not been able to make the most of their strong defensive form. Due to having the second-worst attack in the Brazilian Championship, with only seven goals scored, Timão have not taken off in the competition.

In the eight matches they have played in the tournament, there have been two wins, four draws, and two losses, leaving them in 11th place with 10 points.

Compared to last season, Corinthians’ defensive numbers have improved. In 2025, Timão finished the Brasileirão in 13th place, with 47 goals conceded in 38 matches, averaging 1.23 goals per game. Away from home, that average was higher: 29 goals conceded in 19 matches, totaling 1.52.

This year, with an average of 0.5 goals conceded away from home and 0.87 overall, Corinthians need to improve their attacking performance to move forward in the competition.

Strong defensive form

Led by Gustavo Henrique, Corinthians’ defense has gained an important reinforcement this season. Center back Gabriel Paulista, formerly of Valencia, has been standing out and has formed a solid partnership with Timão’s captain.

In addition, the center backs coming off the bench, André Ramalho and JP Tchoca, maintain the team’s defensive solidity.

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