Corinthians consider resting tired players against Athletico-PR | OneFootball

The technical staff of Dorival is considering the possibility of resting some starters from Corinthians in the decisive match this Wednesday against Athletico-PR, in the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil.

According to Gazeta Esportiva, Dorival Júnior is concerned about the most fatigued players. Some of them, like Memphis Depay, Hugo Souza, and José Martínez, will have little time to physically recover after representing their respective national teams during the FIFA date.

Given the uncomfortable situation in the Brazilian Championship and the advantage in the confrontation, members of the technical staff believe that Timão can secure qualification without some of its main players. However, the decision has not been finalized.

The tendency is that in the coming days, when Dorival conducts the final rehearsals for the match, a decision will be made.

(Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Agência Corinthians)

Task force for called-up players

The Corinthians management is preparing a task force to have the called-up players available for the clash against Furacão. Memphis, who last played for the Netherlands during this FIFA date on Sunday, is expected at the CT Dr. Joaquim Grava in the coming days.

Meanwhile, Hugo Souza (Brazil), Félix Torres (Ecuador), José Martínez (Venezuela), and Ángel Romero (Paraguay) will play a day before the match. Hugo, who is a reserve and unlikely to be used, is expected to return on a charter flight. Martínez, expected to be a starter for the Venezuelan team, faces a more complex situation.

In any case, the expectation is that they will appear, at least, as options on the bench.

Possible returns

Coach Dorival is hopeful of having some returns this week. Forward Yuri Alberto, recovered from inguinal hernia surgery, and right-back Matheuzinho, recovered from a thigh overload, should be available. There is, in fact, a strong possibility of the number 9 starting as a starter.

Gazeta Esportiva found that midfielder Raniele also has a chance to be included. However, this depends on the player's progress in the coming days.

The number 14 is treating a muscle injury in the left thigh.

Next Corinthians game

Match situation

With a 1-0 victory in the first leg in Curitiba, Timão only needs a draw to advance to the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil. In case of a loss by one goal, the match will go to penalties. A defeat by two or more goals will eliminate the team from São Paulo.

The winner of the match will face the winner of the clash between Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG in the next phase. Raposa had the advantage in the first leg and will decide the classic at home, at Mineirão.

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