Line-up: with doubts, Corinthians wrap up preparations to face Fortaleza | OneFootball

The Corinthians are ready for the clash with Fortaleza. On Tuesday morning, the alvinegro squad held their final training session at the Dr. Joaquim Grava Training Center, wrapping up preparations for the match, valid for the 37th round of the Brazilian Championship. Coach Dorival Júnior still has one doubt.

The doubt concerns Yuri Alberto. The forward felt pain in the groin area during the draw with Botafogo last Sunday, and his participation is uncertain. If he cannot play, the tendency is for the youngster Gui Negão to form the attacking duo with Dieguinho.

Timão has three confirmed absences for the match in the capital of Ceará: right-back Matheuzinho and midfielder Charles, both suspended, and forward Memphis Depay, with a bone edema in his left knee. On the other hand, Venezuelan José Martínez, who served a suspension in the last round, is available again.

Probable Corinthians lineup

With an eye on the clash with Cruzeiro for the Copa do Brasil, Dorival might rest some players. Thus, a probable lineup includes: Hugo Souza; João Pedro Tchoca (André Ramalho), Gustavo Henrique, and Raniele; José Martínez, Maycon, Breno Bidon, Rodrigo Garro (Vitinho), and Matheus Bidu; Dieguinho and Gui Negão.

How was the training?

The Corinthians squad started the day with a physical activity in the gym. Then, the players went to the field and participated in a tactical exercise led by Dorival.

Afterwards, the starters from the draw with Botafogo returned indoors for recovery work. Meanwhile, the others engaged in another tactical drill. The players will travel to Fortaleza in the afternoon.

Next Corinthians match

Standings situation

Coming from a draw with Botafogo, Corinthians no longer has major ambitions in the Brasileirão. However, Dorival Júnior's team is aiming to finish in eighth place to have a chance at securing a spot in the Libertadores 2026, in case of failure in the Copa do Brasil.

Timão is currently in ninth place on the table, with 46 points, two less than eighth-placed São Paulo.

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