Corinthians hopeful for GYM trio’s return in Copa do Brasil semi-final | OneFootball

The Corinthians are optimistic about the possibility of having the GYM trio back for the semifinal of the Copa do Brasil against Cruzeiro. The expectation is that Yuri Alberto, Rodrigo Garro, and Memphis Depay will be available for the team in the first game of the match-up, on the upcoming 10th.

As reported by Gazeta Esportiva, forward Yuri Alberto performed light activities on the field this Friday and may return against Cruzeiro. He suffered an edema in the pubic symphysis and an overload of the adductor muscle and was considered the most serious case among the three.

Meanwhile, midfielder Rodrigo Garro suffered a soleus muscle strain. He is still recovering from his injury.

The tendency is that the duo will not even be included for this Sunday's match against Juventude, in the last round of the Brasileirão. Corinthians' medical department and Dorival Júnior's technical team intend to prepare both for the decisive clash next Wednesday.

(Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Agência Corinthians)

And Memphis?

The situation of Memphis Depay is more calm. The Dutch forward, who is treating a bone edema in his left knee, has already started the physical transition process and has chances of being on the bench against Juventude.

If included, the number 10 may come on in the final minutes of the match to gain rhythm before the semi. The player has been away from the field since November 20th.

Mixed team

Dorival Júnior will again rest Corinthians' starters against Juventude. As happened in Fortaleza, he is expected to field a mixed team or even reserves to preserve the physical integrity of the squad. The focus is on the Copa do Brasil semifinal.

Next Corinthians game

Standings situation

The defeat to Fortaleza took away Corinthians' chance to reach the eighth position in the standings. Therefore, the alvinegro team depends on winning the Copa do Brasil to qualify for the Libertadores in 2026. Timão is in tenth place in the Brasileirão, with 46 points.

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