Corinthians v Cruzeiro at Canindé for Women’s Brasileirão semi-final spot | OneFootball

Corinthians have a decisive match this Monday (7) in the Brazilian Women’s Championship. At 5 p.m. (Brasília time), the Brabas host Cruzeiro at Canindé in the second leg of the national competition’s quarterfinals.

The team coached by Emily Lima comes into the clash with the advantage. In the first leg, played in Belo Horizonte, Timão won 1-0, with a goal from Vic Albuquerque. As a result, Corinthians only need a draw to secure qualification for the semifinals.

Photo: ©Rodrigo Gazznel / Ag. Corinthians

If they advance, their opponent is already defined. Bahia eliminated Palmeiras and await the winner of the matchup between Corinthians and Cruzeiro. Based on their first-phase campaign, the Brabas will have the right to play the second semifinal match at home.

Probable lineup

For the decisive clash, Emily Lima still has a few situations to be assessed by the coaching staff. Juliete is dealing with inflammation in her Achilles tendon, while Dayana Rodríguez had been training separately due to muscle issues. Both took part in recent activities but remain doubts for the match.

Ana Vitória, meanwhile, remains sidelined because of an abdominal muscle injury and did not take part in the latest training sessions with the rest of the squad.

Thus, Corinthians’ probable lineup is: Nicole; Gi Fernandes, Thaís Regina, Erika (Dayana Rodríguez), Thaís Ferreira and Tamires; Duda Sampaio and Andressa Alves (Gabi Zanotti); Belén Aquino, Jaqueline and Jhonson.

There is also the possibility of Dayana Rodríguez replacing Erika. In that scenario, Corinthians could also change their defensive structure and return to playing with a back four.

Officiating

The match will be officiated by Rejane Caetano da Silva. The assistant referees will be Maria de Fátima Mendonça da Trindade and Patricia dos Reis do Nascimento, while Adeli Mara Monteiro will serve as the fourth official. The video assistant referee will be Rodrigo Batista Raposo.

Broadcast

The match between Corinthians and Cruzeiro will be broadcast exclusively by SporTV on subscription television. After the final whistle, Central do Timão will bring all the details.

Next match

If they confirm qualification, Corinthians will face Bahia in the semifinals of the Brazilian Women’s Championship. The Brabas will host the second leg of the tie because they finished the first phase with the better campaign.

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