Corinthians: Dorival experiments, Memphis out for Flamengo clash | OneFootball

The Corinthians is ready to face Flamengo. On the afternoon of this Saturday, the black-and-white squad finished their preparations for the important match, valid for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship. Forward Memphis Depay, recovering from a thigh edema, will be absent from the team.

How was the training?

At Dr. Joaquim Grava Training Center, the players started the day by watching a tactical instruction video in the briefing room. Then, they headed to the gym for activation exercises.

On the field, the athletes warmed up, and then coach Dorival Júnior conducted two tactical exercises and tested the team that will start the match. Set-piece plays were also practiced.

Returns and absences

Dorival Júnior will have an important return. Forward Gui Negão, who served a suspension in the 1-0 defeat to Sport, is available again. The youngster is competing for a spot with Vitinho in the attack but has chances to start alongside Yuri Alberto.

The young midfielder Luiz Gustavo Bahia, undergoing treatment for an edema in his left ankle, has chances to be available. Meanwhile, midfielder Charles, in the final stages of physical transition, is initially doubtful.

On the other hand, Memphis Depay will remain absent from Corinthians. The Dutchman is recovering from a right thigh edema, and the black-and-white technical staff is cautious about his return to avoid a possible worsening of his condition. Thus, the tendency is for him to return to the field only when he is 100% fit.

Besides Memphis, Corinthians will also be without André Carrillo, who underwent surgery on his left ankle, and Rodrigo Garro, who is treating a grade 2 calf injury on his right leg.

Probable Corinthians lineup

A probable Corinthians lineup, therefore, includes: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique, and Matheus Bidu; Raniele, José Martínez (Maycon), Breno Bidon, and Vitinho; Gui Negão and Yuri Alberto.

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