Corinthians’ attacking woes deepen task of Copa do Brasil fightback | OneFootball

Corinthians must find goals to overturn a 2-0 first-leg deficit against Internacional in the Copa do Brasil round of 16 on Thursday at Neo Química Arena. They need to win by three or more to advance.

According to Globo.com, Gato Mestre data shows Corinthians average 11.4 shots per goal, better only than Vasco on 11.8. The attack ranks as Brazil’s second least efficient this season.

In 2026, they have played 41 matches and scored 45 goals. Of 17 wins, only three, against Ponte Preta and Capivariano in the Paulistão and Remo in the Brasileirão, matched the margin required to go through.

They have won by two goals on six occasions, a result that would force penalties in this tie.

Fernando Diniz will be without Yuri Alberto because of a muscle injury. Memphis Depay has not renewed his contract, so he will also miss the game, while Zakaria Labyad and Vitinho are further attacking absentees.

There is a possibility Diniz makes structural changes, accepting greater defensive risk and pressing higher.

Kick-off is at 20:00 Brasília time in Itaquera. Progression would be worth R$ four million in prize money.

Source: Globo.com

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