Gazeta Esportiva.com
·15 de febrero de 2026
Vitinho eyes São Bernardo clash, says Corinthians improving

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·15 de febrero de 2026

The forward Vitinho believes that Corinthians is more than ready for the decisive match against São Bernardo, in the eighth and final round of the Paulista Championship. A potential starter in the offensive sector, the player previewed the duel, which could secure Timão's qualification for the quarter-finals.
“It's a game to seal our qualification. A game that will be very difficult. We always prepare thinking about a very tough duel. That's the mindset we have, we take the game very seriously, so that we can win and be at the top. At the same time, our team is prepared,” the athlete told Corinthians TV.
With the aim of avoiding new injuries amid the fatigue of the main players, the coaching staff is considering fielding a mixed team. Vitinho, who has a chance to start the match as a starter, highlighted the evolution of the alvinegra team.
“We are very motivated and improving with each game. Our unity has allowed us to evolve faster and faster. It is with this purpose that we go, to secure our spot and achieve the goal, which is to finish at the top,” Vitinho concluded.
To qualify for the Paulista knockout stage, Timão needs a victory over São Bernardo. If they draw or lose, they will depend on a combination of results to advance in the State Championship.
The ball rolls for São Bernardo and Corinthians starting at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), on the field of Estádio Primeiro de Maio, in São Bernardo do Campo (SP).
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