Duda Sampaio addresses Corinthians payment delays and impact on squad | OneFootball

Corinthians reached the Brasileirão Feminino final with a 1-0 win over Bahia on Monday at Neo Química Arena, a result achieved amid ongoing payment issues.

According to Meu Timao, frustration grew last month when players went to Parque São Jorge to speak directly with president Osmar Stabile. An agreement followed to clear delayed image rights for June and July within 10 days, with the first instalment arriving three days later and the remainder paid on the 15th.

After the match, midfielder Duda Sampaio said salaries and image rights are now up to date, but bonuses for three competitions remain unpaid. These include rewards for winning the 2025 Libertadores and for finishing runners-up in the 2026 Copa das Campeãs and Supercopa do Brasil.

Sampaio added that the team’s joy in playing helped them through the difficult period. She noted she has strong family support, but some team-mates are providers for their households, which has affected the group mentally.

Corinthians now face São Paulo in the final. The first leg is on Saturday at 16:30 at Neo Química Arena, with the return the following Saturday, the third of October, at the same time at Morumbis.

Source: Meu Timao

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