Portuguesa v Corinthians: where to watch, team news, line-ups

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·22 February 2026

Portuguesa v Corinthians: where to watch, team news, line-ups

Corinthians visits Portuguesa on the night of this Sunday (22), at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at the Canindé Stadium, in a match valid for the quarter-finals of the Paulista Championship, seeking victory to secure qualification and the right to decide a possible semifinal at home.

Corinthians comes into the match enjoying a good moment in the season. Last Thursday (19), the Alvinegro achieved its second victory in the Brazilian Championship by defeating Athletico, away, by 1 x 0. Thus, in 2026, the team has so far accumulated seven wins, two draws, and three losses, with 16 goals scored and eight conceded.

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Probable lineup and absences for Corinthians

For the quarter-final phase of the Paulistão, Corinthians is expected to have three absences: left-back Hugo Farias (right knee surgery) and forwards Kaio César (right thigh injury) and Yuri Alberto (grade 2 muscle injury).

Thus, Timão is expected to start the game with the following lineup: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique, Matheus Bidu; Raniele, André, Carrilo, and Breno Bidon; Memphis and Vitinho (Gui Negão).

Probable lineup for Portuguesa

Portuguesa is expected to go with full strength, aiming to have a great campaign in the state championship: Bruno Bertinato; João Vitor, Biazus, Gustavo Henrique, and Caio Roque; Portuga, Zé Vitor, and Gabriel Pires; Ewerthon, Maceió, and Renê.

Refereeing

The referee will be Raphael Claus, assisted by Neuza Ines Back and Fabrini Bevilaqua Costa. The VAR will be Ilbert Estevam da Silva. All were appointed by the Paulista Football Federation (FPF).

Broadcast

Corinthians fans who are not at the Canindé Stadium can follow the match on Record (open TV), Cazé TV (YouTube), and HBO Max (streaming). After the final whistle, Central do Timão will provide a summary of the 90 minutes, as well as the press conference with coach Dorival Júnior and mixed zones with the players.

Next commitment

After facing Portuguesa in the state knockout, Corinthians will return to focus on the Brazilian Championship. Next Wednesday (25), at 8 PM (Brasília time), the Alvinegro will face Cruzeiro, at Mineirão, in a match valid for the fourth round of the national competition.

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