Corinthians arrive in BH for Copa do Brasil semi with key trio | OneFootball

Corinthians landed in Belo Horizonte on Tuesday night, on the eve of the match against Cruzeiro, for the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals. Midfielder Raniele, playmaker Rodrigo Garro, and striker Yuri Alberto were included in the squad for the match.

The three were considered doubts for the clash. Raniele had been complaining of pain in his left ankle, while Garro was recovering from a soleus muscle strain, and Yuri Alberto was dealing with edema in the pubic symphysis and an overload of the adductor muscles.

Although they traveled with the rest of the squad, the trio may start on the bench. The starting lineup will be announced only one hour before kickoff.

Probable Corinthians lineup

The likely Corinthians lineup is: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique, and Matheus Bidu; Raniele (Martínez), Maycon, Breno Bidon, and Rodrigo Garro (Carrillo); Memphis Depay and Yuri Alberto (Gui Negão).

Corinthians' next match

Impeccable campaign

Corinthians is experiencing a season of ups and downs, but boasts an impeccable campaign in the Copa do Brasil. Timão has six wins in six matches played in the competition, with eight goals scored and none conceded.

To reach the semifinals, Dorival Júnior's team eliminated Novorizontino, archrival Palmeiras, and Athletico-PR. In addition to seeking their fourth title, Timão is also aiming for a spot in the 2026 Libertadores.

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