Gui Negão could get his chance at Corinthians, eyes first derby goal | OneFootball

The young forward Gui Negão may get a chance to start for Corinthians in this Thursday’s derby against São Paulo, for the 34th round of the Brazilian Championship. The 18-year-old player could be among the starters in place of Memphis Depay.

The Dutchman returned to training this Wednesday, on the eve of the Majestoso, after representing the Netherlands national team in matches valid for the last two rounds of the European Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Therefore, he is still considered a doubt for the match.

The number 10 was evaluated by the coaching staff and the physiology department. However, in the last training session, Dorival decided to keep the suspense in the air. It’s worth remembering that in the last FIFA break, in a similar situation, the player started the derby against Santos on the bench.

Thus, if the situation repeats itself, the tendency is for Gui Negão to partner with Yuri Alberto in attack. The “Son of Terrão,” who stood out during the absence of starters in the offensive sector, lost his spot since the return of the GYM trio.

(Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Agência Corinthians)

Little playing time

The young forward’s last match as a starter was the derby against Santos at Vila Belmiro. Corinthians has played five matches since then.

During this period, the members of the GYM trio, especially Yuri and Memphis, did not shine. The duo scored only two goals in these five games. Gui Negão, meanwhile, always came on in the second half and played a total of 47 minutes on the field.

If given an opportunity, the youngster will be looking for his first goal in derbies wearing the main Corinthians jersey. He has already played three matches against rivals but has yet to find the net.

Gui Negão for Corinthians

Next Corinthians match

Halted rise

Corinthians had their rise halted in recent matches. Dorival Júnior’s team was coming off three consecutive wins but then lost in a row to Red Bull Bragantino and Ceará, becoming stuck in the middle of the Brazilian Championship table.

Timão occupies 13th place in the tournament, with 42 points, and still dreams of a spot in the 2026 Libertadores. The gap to the G7, however, is nine points.

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