Ex-Corinthians full-back backs Bidu for Brazil call-up | OneFootball

The former Corinthians left-back, André Santos, defended a possible call-up of Matheus Bidu to the Brazilian National Team. According to the former player, the current left-back of Timão is in good form and deserves an opportunity with Carlo Ancelotti in the next FIFA Date.

“Bidu should definitely be given an opportunity. Bidu, in fact, was heavily criticized when he arrived at Corinthians, but he is doing very well today on the flank, winning over the Corinthians fans, winning titles, gaining space, and playing great matches. Without a doubt, Bidu could indeed have a great opportunity with the Brazilian National Team jersey”, he said in an interview with ESPN Brasil during a Kings League event.

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An undisputed starter in his position, Bidu has been one of the most consistent players in the alvinegro squad in 2026. The left-back has played 13 matches this season, with one goal and one assist. Moreover, he is the only outfield player from Corinthians who has surpassed the mark of a thousand minutes on the field this year.

The good performance of the number 21 had also been highlighted by coach Dorival Júnior. In February, the coach mentioned the player when commenting that he could come onto the radar of the Brazilian National Team if he maintained his level of performances.

If called up, Matheus Bidu could follow a path similar to André Santos. The former left-back received his first call-up to the National Team in 2009, when he was still playing for Corinthians. In total, he played 24 matches with the Amarelinha jersey and won the Confederations Cup that same year.

During the interview, André Santos also commented on the lack of an absolute name to occupy the left-back position of the National Team currently. In the last call-up, Alex Sandro, Caio Henrique, who is currently injured, and Luciano Juba were the options chosen for the position.

“Today, we don't have the right player for the position. There's (Guilherme) Arana, (Renan) Lodi, there are other players, but we know there isn't a number 6 starter for the Brazilian National Team. I see it as a good opportunity to give chances in these two friendlies to great players who are emerging”, he added.

Carlo Ancelotti's next call-up is scheduled for Monday, the 16th, when the names for the friendlies against France and Croatia will be announced. This will be the last list before the final call-up for the World Cup. So far, the only Corinthians player frequently remembered by the Italian coach is goalkeeper Hugo Souza.

While awaiting a possible chance, Matheus Bidu remains focused on Timão's commitments. The left-back is expected to be on the field this Wednesday at 9:30 PM against Coritiba, at the Neo Química Arena, for the fifth round of the Brazilian Championship. On Sunday, Corinthians faces Santos, in a match that will feature members of the National Team's technical staff in the stands.

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