Carrillo returns from injury, urges Corinthians to string wins together | OneFootball

The midfielder André Carrillo, recovered from an ankle injury, returned to play for Corinthians in the victory over Vitória last Saturday at Barradão. Looking ahead to the game against Grêmio, for the 31st round of the Brazilian Championship, the Peruvian now demands a winning streak from the team in the competition.

A starter for Timão, Carrillo was sidelined for about two months due to a ligament injury in his left ankle and had to undergo surgery. The player celebrated his return with a victory.

“It was important for me because I had been working for a few months. I was off the field for two months and, luckily, I was able to come back with a very important victory against a practically direct rival,” said the athlete in an interview with Corinthians TV.

Focus on the Brasileirão

The 34-year-old athlete also assessed Corinthians' training week and wants to take advantage of the good moment to secure the team's third consecutive victory against Grêmio this Sunday. This season, Carrillo has scored three goals and provided three assists in 43 games for the alvinegro team.

“It was two hard days of work. Coach Dorival Júnior told us that the first three days would be very intense to continue with a sequence in the Brasileirão, which will come with super complicated rivals. We have to continue with the winning streak,” he demanded.

“We have to have the will to win. Representing Corinthians, that is the most important thing. At home, with our fans, we are strong and make a difference. We will go out in search of the three points,” he added.

Next Corinthians Game

Standings Situation

In a good moment, Corinthians is trying to firmly enter the fight for a spot in next year's Libertadores. Timão currently occupies the tenth position in the standings, with 39 points. The advantage over the Z4 is eight points, the same distance to the G6.

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