Ivana Fuso becomes a regular starter in a new role for the Brabas | OneFootball

Corinthians defeated Grêmio 2-0 last Friday (2) at Francisco Novalletto Stadium, in the ninth round of the Brazilian Women’s Championship, and the match marked another chapter in Ivana Fuso’s run as a starter for the team. The player reached her sixth consecutive game in the starting eleven and, once again, played in a role different from her original one: right back.

Originally an attacking midfielder, Ivana has been used in a new position under head coach Emily Lima, who took over the team at the end of February. Since then, the player has increased her involvement in the squad and started getting regular minutes, starting in the last six matches.

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The adaptation to the new role has been accompanied by consistent performances. In the clash against Grêmio, besides actively taking part in the team’s plays, Ivana also found the net. Over the 90 minutes, she posted solid defensive numbers, with duels won, interceptions, and without being beaten in dribbles, while also contributing in attack.

Unprecedented run at the club

The current streak represents the longest stretch of consecutive games as a starter for the player since arriving at Corinthians. The run began in the 5-1 thrashing of Red Bull Bragantino on April 3 at Fazendinha, in the Brasileirão.

Since then, Ivana has featured in important matches for the team, including the international Teal Rising Cup in the United States, as well as national league games. After returning to Brazil, she remained a starter in the wins over Juventude, Ferroviária and, more recently, Grêmio.

Journey at Corinthians

Signed in mid-2025 after a spell in European football, most notably with Birmingham City in England, Ivana Fuso had a quieter start at the club due to bureaucratic issues related to her registration. Over time, she began to be used gradually by the previous coaching staff, playing mainly in midfield and on the wings.

Last season, she played in 17 matches, totaling just over 700 minutes on the pitch. In 2026, with more space and in a new role, she has been cementing her place in the squad. Overall, Ivana has made 28 appearances in a Corinthians shirt, with 20 wins, four draws and four losses, as well as four goals and three assists. The player was also part of the squad that won the 2025 Women’s Copa Libertadores.

Next fixture

Amid her run as a starter, Ivana Fuso should once again be an option for the team in the Brabas’ next match. Corinthians return to action on Thursday (7) at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), when they host São Paulo at Fazendinha in their opening match of the 2026 Women’s Paulista Championship.

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