Corinthians' likely line-up for BR 26 return | OneFootball

Head coach Fernando Diniz used Saturday to lead a full-team training session and make his first tests with Corinthians’ starting lineup.

The team is preparing to face Remo next Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Neo Química Arena, in a match valid for the Brazilian Championship.

🔄 Garro’s Spot and the Likely Lineup

The main tactical challenge for this round is covering for the absence of midfielder Rodrigo Garro, who will definitely miss out as he serves an automatic suspension after receiving his third yellow card.

The main battle to take over the team’s playmaking role is between Labyad and England’s Jesse Lingard.

Check out Corinthians’ probable lineup according to ge:

Goalkeeper: Hugo Souza

Defense: Matheuzinho, Gabriel Paulista, Gustavo Henrique and Matheus Bidu

Midfield: Raniele, André, Breno Bidon and Labyad (or Jesse Lingard)

Attack: Kaio César and Yuri Alberto

🏟️ Adapting to the New Pitch and Their Position in the Table

In addition to tactical work, the players also went through strength training in the gym and passing drills at CT Joaquim Grava. The squad will have Sunday off and return on Monday with a special schedule: training will take place directly at Neo Química Arena, with the aim of helping the players adapt to the stadium’s new pitch.

At the moment, Timão is trying to climb the table. The team sits 12th in the Brasileirão with 24 points — six points behind the top four and with a four-point cushion above the relegation zone.

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