Corinthians: Memphis returns, Dorival keeps derby line-up secret | OneFootball

Corinthians held its final training session on Wednesday at the Dr. Joaquim Grava Training Center before the derby against São Paulo. Coach Dorival Júnior welcomed the return of Memphis Depay but kept the starting lineup for the Majestoso, valid for the 34th round of the Brazilian Championship, a mystery.

The Timão has five confirmed reinforcements for the clash. Young midfielder André Luiz and forward Vitinho have recovered from injury and are available. In addition, midfielders André Carrillo, José Martínez, and Charles, who served suspensions in the last match, may be included again.

On the other hand, goalkeeper Hugo Souza, midfielder Maycon, and forward Memphis Depay are doubts. The goalkeeper is recovering from a trauma to his left thigh, while the midfielder has been complaining of pain in his right knee. The Dutchman, meanwhile, may start on the bench due to the fatigue caused by the European Qualifiers.

Meanwhile, midfielder Rodrigo Garro, suspended, and defensive midfielder Raniele, who is under the care of the medical department, are absent.

Possible Corinthians lineup

Thus, a possible Corinthians lineup to face São Paulo is: Hugo Souza (Felipe Longo); Matheuzinho, João Pedro Tchoca (André Ramalho), Gustavo Henrique and Matheus Bidu; Maycon (Charles or Angileri), José Martínez, André Carrillo and Breno Bidon; Gui Negão (Memphis Depay) and Yuri Alberto.

How was the training?

In all, there were seven days of preparation for the derby. The Corinthians squad began Wednesday morning with strength training in the gym and then went to the field. On the pitch, Dorival led a tactical session and rehearsed finishing and set-piece plays.

Corinthians’ next match

Halted rise

Corinthians had its rise halted in recent matches. Dorival Júnior’s team was coming off three consecutive wins but then lost in succession to Red Bull Bragantino and Ceará, leaving them stuck in the middle of the Brazilian Championship table.

Timão is currently in 13th place in the tournament, with 42 points, and still dreams of a spot in the 2026 Libertadores. However, the gap to the G7 is nine points.

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