Memphis call-up could affect Corinthians in the Majestoso | OneFootball

The call-up of Memphis Depay to represent the Netherlands national team in the Qualifiers could cause headaches for Corinthians as they prepare for the derby against São Paulo, scheduled for November 20 at 7:30 PM (Brasília time), at Neo Química Arena, for the 34th round of the Brazilian Championship.

The forward was called up by coach Koeman for the matches against Poland, on the 14th, and Lithuania, on the 17th. As a result, Memphis is only expected to return to Brazil on the eve of the Majestoso, after a long trip and possible physical fatigue—a scenario that could directly influence the Corinthians lineup.

The Timão coaching staff is already considering reducing the minutes of the number 10, who has alternated between good and bad performances recently. In the last ten games, the Dutchman has scored only one goal and provided no assists.

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Furthermore, in the last FIFA Dates, Memphis took a while to regain his playing rhythm after returning to Brazil: he played only 45 minutes in the decisive match against Grêmio, for the Copa do Brasil, and 22 minutes in the derby with Santos, after the next break.

Corinthians had been on the rise before the defeat to Red Bull Bragantino, which ended a streak of three consecutive victories. The result kept Dorival Júnior’s team in tenth place, with 42 points, nine behind Botafogo, the last team in the G6.

With the Majestoso approaching and the call-up confirmed, the club’s planning will be crucial to balance the forward’s fatigue and the need for maximum strength in one of the most important matches of the final stretch of the Brasileirão.

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