Corinthians land in Ceará without Garro to face Fortaleza | OneFootball

The Corinthians are already in Ceará territory. The alvinegra delegation landed in the capital of Ceará on Tuesday night, the eve of the match against Fortaleza at Arena Castelão, for the 37th round of the Brazilian Championship. Midfielder Rodrigo Garro did not travel with the squad.

Meu Timão followed the players' arrival at the hotel and noticed the absence of the Argentine. In addition, as reported by Gazeta Esportiva, forward Yuri Alberto, with discomfort in the groin area, was also not included.

The other three absences for Corinthians are: right-back Matheuzinho and midfielder Charles, suspended, and forward Memphis Depay, with a bone edema in his left knee. On the other hand, Venezuelan José Martínez, who served a suspension in the last round, is available again.

Probable Corinthians lineup

With an eye on the clash with Cruzeiro for the Copa do Brasil, Dorival might preserve some players. Thus, a probable lineup includes: Hugo Souza; João Pedro Tchoca (André Ramalho), Gustavo Henrique, and Raniele; José Martínez, Maycon, Breno Bidon, Vitinho, and Matheus Bidu; Dieguinho and Gui Negão.

Next Corinthians match

Standings situation

Coming from a draw with Botafogo, Corinthians no longer has major ambitions in the Brasileirão. However, Dorival Júnior's team is trying to finish in eighth place to have a chance of securing a spot in the Libertadores of 2026, in case of failure in the Copa do Brasil.

Timão occupies the ninth place in the standings, with 46 points, two less than eighth-placed São Paulo.

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