Corinthians appeal to have midfielder available for the Majestoso | OneFootball

Corinthians still hopes to have defensive midfielder André Luiz available for the derby against São Paulo, scheduled for Sunday afternoon at Neo Química Arena. According to information from the Meu Timão website, the club has filed an appeal with the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) seeking the player’s clearance for the match. The request is expected to be reviewed this Thursday.

The midfielder’s suspension stemmed from the match against Vasco da Gama, when he was sent off after a challenge considered harsh on Thiago Mendes. Later, the STJD handed him a two-match suspension: one already served in the game against Mirassol and another initially set for the derby.

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The play that led to the red card was classified under Article 254, items I and II, of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice (CBJD), which deals with violent play. In the court’s view, the action justified the penalty imposed on the player.

On the other hand, Corinthians’ defense, led by Sergio Engelberg, presented arguments against the punishment. Among the points raised were André Luiz’s attempt to play the ball, the player’s disciplinary record, and the fact that there was no serious injury, since the opposing player continued in the match normally.

While awaiting a decision on his status for the derby, the defensive midfielder continues training and could be an option for coach Fernando Diniz in Wednesday’s match, when Corinthians faces Independiente Santa Fe in the Copa Libertadores.

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