Memphis Depay reported by STJD for using phone on Corinthians bench | OneFootball

Corinthians forward Memphis Depay was charged by the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) for using his cellphone on the bench in the match against Flamengo, which ended in a 1-1 draw on Sunday night (22) at Neo Química Arena, in the eighth round of the Brazilian Championship. The information was first reported by UOL Esporte.

The player was charged under Article 258 of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice (CBJD), which refers to conduct that goes against sporting discipline and ethics, and he could be punished with a suspension of one to six matches, in addition to a proportional fine. In the court’s view, the actions of an athlete “in a strong position to influence behavior could normalize the use of electronic devices on the bench, which would weaken disciplinary control, open the door to improper communications, and create additional difficulties for referees and organizers in enforcing the rules.”

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It is worth remembering that Corinthians’ number 10 was substituted in the 21st minute of the first half after feeling muscle discomfort while taking part in the play that led to Alvinegro’s equalizer. On that occasion, Breno Bidon found Yuri Alberto in midfield, and the number 9 laid it off for the Dutchman. Memphis, while switching the play to Matheus Bidu near the end line on the left side, reported thigh pain, which was later diagnosed as a strain in the area.

When he returned after halftime, already wearing his match kit, he was caught by the broadcast cameras using a cellphone. In a post on social media, he explained that he was in contact with the medical department of the Netherlands national team, since he had been called up by his country for two friendlies during the first FIFA international window of the year ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Memphis Depay was also reportedly ‘reprimanded’ by a member of Corinthians’ coaching staff for the incident. Since arriving at Alvinegro in September 2024, the Dutchman has totaled 20 goals and 15 assists in 77 matches (61 as a starter). He was decisive in the team’s surge in the Brasileirão two seasons ago — from the relegation zone to the Libertadores preliminary rounds — and also took part in the title wins in the Campeonato Paulista (2025), Copa do Brasil (2025), and Supercopa do Brasil (2026).

Others charged

The STJD may also punish other Corinthians staff members for incidents in last Sunday’s match (22). Leonardo Carnevale, brand and business manager, and Mauro Silva, technical observer, were charged under Articles 243 and 258 of the CBJD. Referee Rodrigo José Pereira de Lima reported in the official match report that both made offensive protests in front of the refereeing locker rooms.

Like Memphis Depay, both could also receive suspensions of one to six matches, with fines ranging from R$100 to R$100,000 — the hearing has not yet been scheduled.

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