Martínez returns as Corinthians finish Derby prep, likely line-up | OneFootball

Corinthians is ready for the first Derby of 2026. This Saturday, Dorival Júnior’s squad held their final training session at CT Dr. Joaquim Grava before the clash with Palmeiras this Sunday, at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at Neo Química Arena.

Absent this season due to passport issues in Venezuela, midfielder José Martínez returned to the squad in this training session.

The training session

After a video with tactical instructions, a physical activation in the CT gym, and warm-up on the field, the Corinthians players had a tactical training session with coach Dorival Júnior.

In addition, the players also went through repetitive drills for offensive and defensive set pieces, with an eye on the Derby.

Probable lineup

Despite having Martínez back, it is unlikely that the Venezuelan will take the field in the classic. Thus, Dorival Júnior should line up Corinthians with: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, Gabriel Paulista, Gustavo Henrique, and Matheus Bidu; Raniele, André, Carrillo, and Breno Bidon; Yuri Alberto, and Memphis.

Corinthians and Palmeiras are in similar situations in the Campeonato Paulista. While Timão occupies fifth place with 11 points, Alviverde is in third, with one more point. Both are chasing the leader Novorizontino, who has 13.

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