Corinthians have a free week to prepare for Vitória clash | OneFootball

Corinthians starts a full week before facing Vitória in the 30th round of the Brazilian Championship next Saturday at 4 p.m. (Brasília time) at Barradão. After beating Atlético-MG 1–0 at Neo Química Arena and easing the pressure in the standings, the squad had Sunday off and returns to work on Monday.

Dorival Júnior will have time to fine-tune the team, but he will also have to deal with two important absences. Right-back Matheuzinho and midfielder Maycon received their third yellow cards against Atlético-MG and are suspended for the match in Salvador.

Without his starting right-back, Dorival has an issue to resolve on that flank. The only natural option in the squad is the youngster João Vitor “Jacaré,” who made his professional debut at the start of the year but has yet to play under the current coach. The coaching staff, therefore, will have the entire week to decide who will be used in the role.

The club expects to have defensive reinforcements. André Ramalho is in the final stage of his transition after a strain in his right thigh. Carrillo, who underwent surgery on his left ankle and hasn’t played for almost two months, could also reappear.

Both were even considered for a return against Atlético-MG, but were not included in the squad. Preparations will conclude on Friday, when Dorival will make the final adjustments. After training, the delegation flies to Bahia.

With the win over Atlético-MG, Corinthians returned to victory in the league and widened the gap to the relegation zone. The team reached 36 points, in 12th place, eight ahead of Vitória — who still play this round.

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