The Lineup of Corinthians for the Match Against Estudiantes

Columnist Samir Carvalho made headlines on De Primeira, on Canal UOL, revealing the likely Corinthians lineup for the match against Estudiantes, which will take place on Wednesday (15) at the Neo Química Arena. What’s at stake? A spot in the Libertadores semifinal!

Updates to the Lineup

Samir brought great news: forward Memphis Depay is back with the team after being rested in the match against Flamengo. But not everything is sunshine! Forward Yuri Alberto is still out. In addition to Memphis, the Timão will also get a boost with the return of the starters who were absent from the loss at Maracanã in the Brasileirão.

The Probable Lineup

So how does the Coringão lineup shape up? Here’s the formation we can expect:

• Goalkeeper: Hugo Souza
• Defenders: Matheusinho, Gabriel Paulista, Gustavo Henrique, and Bidu
• Midfield: Kaio César, Carrillo, Allan, and Bidon
• Attack: Garro and Memphis

What Samir Carvalho Said

Samir said that Yuri won’t play this time and that Gustavo Henrique, Gabriel Paulista, and Memphis are the expected names in the team. He also revealed an interesting detail:

“The Memphis was pretty upset with me because I said that he asked not to play, and he did ask.”

He explained that the player was worn out and that it was the right decision to keep him out of the trip to Rio de Janeiro. The coach Diniz confirmed it in a press conference, saying that there was simply no way to put Memphis on the field under the conditions he was in.

Lineup Issues

But not all the news is good! Midfielder Raniele is suspended and won’t be included for the match. He received a two-game suspension, so it’s hard to imagine another lineup without that run of games Samir mentioned.

Wrapping Up

After a draw by 1 to the 1 in Argentina, Corinthians needs a win at home to move on in the competition. It’s going to be a real one!

Stay tuned and root for us! ????