Corinthians youngster sees game time drop as regulars return

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·3 November 2025

Corinthians youngster sees game time drop as regulars return

By Henrique Pereira / Central do Timão Editorial Team

On the afternoon of last Sunday (2), Corinthians defeated Grêmio 2-0 in a match valid for the 31st round of the Brazilian Championship, held at Neo Química Arena. The young forward Gui Negão was once again on the bench and played only 12 minutes, which demonstrates a recent loss of space in the team.

Amidst absences of Yuri Alberto and Memphis Depay in some matches, whether due to physical issues or call-ups, in the Dutchman’s case, the 18-year-old striker gained space at Corinthians and managed to stand out, playing ten consecutive matches as a starter, scoring five goals and providing two assists.

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However, with the main attacking duo of the squad becoming available again, Gui Negão saw his playing time drastically decrease. In the last three matches, the player totaled only 44 minutes on the field, maintaining an average of 14.6 minutes per game.

In the derby against Santos, held on October 15, the young forward started alongside Yuri Alberto, even with Memphis Depay available to play. On that occasion, Gui Negão was substituted by Kayke at halftime, in a match that ended in a 3-1 defeat.

Promoted this year, the striker has played 18 matches with Corinthians’ professional team. During this period, he scored five goals and provided two assists, maintaining an average of almost four games per goal involvement.

Amid expectations for more minutes on the field, Gui Negão is preparing for Corinthians’ next match. Timão returns to the field this Wednesday, November 5, at 7 p.m., to face Red Bull Bragantino at Nabi Abi Chedid Stadium, in Bragança Paulista, for the 32nd round of the Brazilian Championship.

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