Fernando Diniz tests alternative XI before Flamengo clash | OneFootball

Coach Fernando Diniz tested an alternative Corinthians lineup during preparations to face Flamengo this Sunday (13), at 5:30 p.m. Brasília time, at the Maracanã, in the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. The information was obtained by Central do Timão.

In the session held at CT Dr. Joaquim Grava, the coach worked with the following team: Hugo Souza; Pedro Milans, Iago Machado, Tchoca and Angileri; Raniele, Charles and Matheus Pereira; Dieguinho, Lingard and Gui Negão.

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The lineup stands out for the presence of players who have been getting fewer minutes with the first team, as well as youngsters developed in the youth academy. Among them are 17-year-old center back Iago Machado and forward Dieguinho. Jesse Lingard and Gui Negão completed the attacking unit used by Diniz.

Raniele also appeared in the tested team. The defensive midfielder is available to the coaching staff again after serving an automatic suspension and could be used at the Maracanã.

The test comes amid an important stretch for Corinthians. In addition to the Brasileirão match, Timão also have the decisive clash against Estudiantes next Wednesday (16), at 9:30 p.m., at Neo Química Arena, in the second leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals. The first leg, in Argentina, ended in a 1-1 draw.

In the Brazilian Championship, Corinthians sit in 12th place with 32 points, while Flamengo lead the competition with 54. This Sunday’s match will be the third meeting between the clubs this season.

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