Santos ready for derby v Corinthians, probable line-up revealed | OneFootball

Santos finished its preparations this Wednesday to face Corinthians this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Vila Belmiro. The first Alvinegro Classic of 2026 will be valid for the fourth round of the Campeonato Paulista. 

Previously a doubt for the classic, Gabigol trained once again with his teammates and should be available to Juan Pablo Vojvoda. The striker, who played 90 minutes in the Paulistão debut and came on during the match against Palmeiras, was rested last Sunday against Guarani. 

Santos has updated the situation of midfielder Gustavo Henrique, who suffered a muscle injury in the adductor of his right thigh. The player has already started physiotherapy treatment. Striker Tiquinho Soares and midfielder Gabriel Bontempo are still undergoing physiotherapy for muscle injuries and are out of the classic.

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Probable lineup

For the classic, Vojvoda should continue with Gabriel Menino in midfield. The player made his debut as a starter against Guarani. Previously a doubt, Gabigol could start. Finally, the young Vini Lira should get another opportunity with the Argentine coach. 

Juan Pablo Vojvoda is expected to line up Santos with: Gabriel Brazão; Igor Vinícius, Adonis Frías, Zé Ivaldo and Vini Lira; Willian Arão, Zé Rafael and Gabriel Menino; Rollheiser; Barreal and Gabigol (Thaciano). 

In this edition of the Paulistão, Santos and Corinthians both have four points in the standings and need a win to stay among the top eight, the zone that qualifies for the quarterfinals. 

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