Corinthians Women start Brasileirão prep, confirm keeper absence

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·10 Februari 2026

Corinthians Women start Brasileirão prep, confirm keeper absence

By Fabio Luigi / Central do Timão Editorial Team

After finishing as runners-up in the Women's Supercup last Saturday afternoon (7th), Corinthians began preparations for their debut in the Brazilian Championship. Next Friday (13th), at 9:00 PM (Brasília time), the Alvinegro will face Atlético-MG at Arena MRV. It’s worth remembering that the Alvinegro is the biggest national champion in the category, with seven titles (2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025).

At CT Dr. Joaquim Grava, with the presence of the men's football department executive, Marcelo Paz, alongside the women’s team director, Íris Sesso, the Brabas started their training day with a physical activation session in the gym, as well as a video session attended by all athletes. Finally, coach Lucas Piccinato conducted an activity with an emphasis on the offensive sector.

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In three matches so far in 2026, the Brabas have one win, one draw, and one loss. The women’s squad, in addition to being runners-up in the Women's Supercup, also finished second in the Champions Cup, losing to Arsenal of England 3-2 in extra time. Besides the two tournaments mentioned, Corinthians will also compete in 2026 in: Teal Rising Cup, Brazilian Championship, Copa do Brasil, and Conmebol Libertadores.

Corinthians confirms Lelê will miss the Brasileirão debut after head injury in the Supercup

After suffering a blow to the head in the Derby during the Women's Supercup, in a collision with midfielder Bia Zaneratto from Palmeiras early in the match, goalkeeper Lelê was replaced by Nicole, following concussion protocol. In a statement released by the Alvinegro, the keeper continues to follow this protocol and did not participate in Tuesday's (10th) training session with the squad.

Lelê is expected to return to training gradually, under the supervision of the Corinthians Health and Performance Center. The expectation is that the keeper will return to training at the beginning of next week. The Parque São Jorge club will also have to present a report proving, through exams, that the player no longer has any atypical symptoms, in addition to the treatment methods carried out by the club.

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