Youth star eyes first chance under Dorival at Corinthians | OneFootball

With Matheuzinho suspended for the match against Vitória in the 30th round of the Brazilian Championship, right-back João Vitor, known as “Jacaré,” emerges as an option to return to playing for the main Corinthians team.

At 18 years old and currently part of the under-20 squad, the player could receive his first opportunity under coach Dorival Júnior. Jacaré has already played twice for the senior team in 2025, both times in the Paulista Championship under the management of Ramón Díaz.

Right in his debut, he started in the 1-0 defeat to Novorizontino in the third round. Next, he came on in the 2-2 draw with Portuguesa in the fourth round. Since then, he has not been used again.

Dorival has not yet tested the youngster in official matches and, with Matheuzinho absent, will need to decide on a replacement. The coach has already opted for makeshift solutions at right-back throughout the season, using center-back Félix Torres and even midfielder Charles in the role.

With no other natural options in the position, João Vitor appears as the obvious alternative should the coach decide to bet on a youth player. The coaching staff will observe the player during the week before deciding whether he will be included for the trip to Salvador.

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