Corinthians ready for Derby in Brasileirão, likely line-up revealed | OneFootball

Corinthians is ready for the Derby against Palmeiras this Sunday, at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Neo Química Arena, for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship. This Saturday, Dorival Júnior's coaching staff held the last training session before the classic, which will feature some new faces on the Alvinegro side.

Right-back Matheuzinho was not found to have any injury after leaving the match against Athletico-PR last Wednesday with thigh pain. However, the chances of the player appearing in the Derby are slim, as he is expected to be rested to ensure he is fit for the return match against Furacão on September 11.

Thus, Dorival Júnior is likely to improvise Charles at right-back. The defensive midfielder has played in this position in some matches in 2025, as has Félix Torres, who was previously the favorite for the role. However, the Ecuadorian's recent performances have concerned the coaching staff, so they are expected to go with the number 35 shirt.

On the other flank, Matheus Bidu is suspended after receiving his third yellow card and will be replaced by his immediate backup, Argentine Fabrizio Angileri. In addition, Raniele returns from suspension and should start.

Another possible change is in attack. With Memphis Depay returning, Dorival is expected to drop one of the young players who formed Corinthians' attacking duo in recent games. With Gui Negão in great form after scoring in the last three matches, the one likely to make way for the Dutchman is the youngster Kayke.

Photo: Rodrigo Coca / Corinthians

Probable lineup

Thus, the probable Corinthians lineup is: Hugo Souza; Charles, André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique, and Fabrizio Angileri; Raniele, Maycon, Breno Bidon, and Rodrigo Garro; Memphis Depay and Gui Negão.

With 25 points from 21 games, Corinthians is in 11th place in the Brazilian Championship. In the last round, the Alvinegro beat Vasco da Gama away from home by a score of 3 to 2.

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