Corinthians pair on Brazil pre-list, Yuri Alberto sidelined, Diniz highlights Memphis’ personality

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·8 September 2026

Corinthians pair on Brazil pre-list, Yuri Alberto sidelined, Diniz highlights Memphis’ personality

According to Meu Timao, Corinthians duo Hugo Souza and Breno Bidon have been named in Brazil’s provisional squad for friendlies against Australia and India, with the final list due on Wednesday.

Both remain in contention for the final call-up.

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Corinthians will be without striker Yuri Alberto for the first match against Estudiantes in the Libertadores quarter-finals. He is recovering from a right hamstring injury and did not travel to Argentina with the squad.

Coach Fernando Diniz played down the impact of Memphis Depay’s comments, pointing to the No 10’s personality. He indicated the Dutchman has no problem voicing his opinions.

The club now await the Brazil squad announcement while preparing for Estudiantes without their No 9.

Source: Meu Timao

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