Corinthians face defining month with Libertadores, Copa do Brasil bows | OneFootball

Corinthians are about to enter the month of April, a period considered crucial in the season, with decisive Brazilian Championship matches, in addition to their debuts in the Copa do Brasil and the first half of the 2026 Copa Libertadores group stage.

In the Brasileirão, there will be a total of five matches over the next 30 days, starting with a game against Fluminense away from home, followed by two home matches against Internacional and Palmeiras, with the clash against their São Paulo rival still carrying the pursuit of their first win in state classics. In the second half of the month, Timão wrap up April in the National Championship by facing Vitória at Barradão and Vasco at Neo Química Arena.

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In the Copa do Brasil, where they are defending the title and seeking a fifth championship, Timão will make their debut against Barra of Santa Catarina, in a match expected to be played at Ressacada stadium. The clash is officially scheduled for the week of the 22nd, though the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has not yet set a date.

In the Copa Libertadores, Corinthians return to the group stage of the continent’s biggest tournament, a phase they have not played in since the 2023 season. This April, Timão open against Platense away from home on April 9. The following week, they host Independiente Santa Fé at Neo Química Arena and close out the first half of the group stage by hosting Peñarol, also at the People’s House.

Altogether, there will be nine matches in the span of 30 days, with an average rest period of less than 72 hours between games, which will demand a major effort from the fitness staff and the players in a marathon that has already been criticized by head coach Dorival Jr.

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