Hugo Souza remains doubtful for Corinthians clash against Vasco | OneFootball

Corinthians still has not made a decision regarding Hugo Souza’s availability for the match against Vasco, scheduled for this Sunday (26) at 4 p.m. (Brasília time), in the 13th round of the Brazilian Championship. The goalkeeper remains under observation after experiencing muscle discomfort in his thigh.

The issue began in the final minutes of the 0-0 draw against Vitória last Saturday (18), when the No. 1 felt pain while taking a goal kick. Tests carried out by the club did not detect an injury, but they did indicate a risk of aggravation, and the case is being treated internally as a pre-injury condition.

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The situation had already kept Hugo Souza out of Corinthians’ Copa do Brasil debut against Barra-SC last Tuesday (21), when the team won 1-0 at Ressacada. On that occasion, head coach Fernando Diniz chose to start the young Kauê, who performed well and could remain among the starters if the goalkeeper is not fit to play.

The player’s recent history has also raised concern within the club. Since 2025, Hugo Souza has been dealing with physical problems, including muscle injuries and an issue with his left shoulder, which have already sidelined him from important matches, including with the Brazilian National Team.

Given the situation, the coaching staff is taking a cautious approach to the goalkeeper’s recovery, prioritizing his physical condition to avoid further absences.

In addition to the uncertainty in goal, Corinthians is also awaiting a decision on whether the match at Neo Química Arena will be held with fans in attendance. The club was punished by the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) with the loss of home-field advantage following an incident in the derby against Palmeiras, but it is working to overturn the decision. The appeal will be judged this Friday (24).

On the field, the clash against Vasco is being treated as crucial for the team’s campaign in the Brasileirão. Corinthians currently sits in 17th place with 12 points and is seeking a positive result to get out of the relegation zone.

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