Vic Albuquerque urges Corinthians to make home advantage count in Brasileiro final first leg | OneFootball

Corinthians host São Paulo on Saturday in the first leg of the Brasileiro Feminino final. According to Meu Timao, Vic Albuquerque has urged the Brabas to capitalise on home advantage, adding that a win at Neo Química Arena could shape their plan for the return.

The No 17 spoke via Corinthians TV after the squad’s final training session on Friday at Neo Química Arena.

She said Corinthians know São Paulo well and that it could be a tactical contest, with the team studying hard to impose their tempo and make the best decisions in the opener.

Albuquerque called a home victory essential, noting it could open up different tactical possibilities for the second leg.

She also described the home crowd as a 12th player, with family support in the stands giving the side extra grit and determination on the pitch.

The forward is São Paulo’s leading tormentor in this rivalry, with eight goals in 27 meetings, ahead of team-mate Jaqueline on five in 16.

Kick-off is at 16:30 on Saturday. The return is on three October at 16:30 at Morumbis, with Corinthians contesting their 10th consecutive final as they chase an eighth title.

Source: Meu Timao

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