Memphis back in Corinthians squad for Athletico-PR cup clash | OneFootball

With some good news, Corinthians is ready for the match against Athletico-PR, the first of the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil. On Friday morning, the squad had their last training session and finished preparing for the decisive match.

Recovered from a muscle injury in his thigh, Memphis is the main novelty in the squad. The Dutchman trained normally with the rest of the squad on Tuesday and is traveling with the team. The number 10, who started activities with the ball last week, worked to return before the expected deadline and is optimistic that he can play.

However, Corinthians' technical staff is still cautious about Memphis' physical condition for Wednesday's game, especially since it's a field with synthetic grass. Thus, the striker may not start as a starter, but should at least be on the bench.

On the other hand, Rodrigo Garro has a practically certain presence in Corinthians' starting lineup. Still with knee pain, the Argentine was spared by coach Dorival Júnior in the game against Vasco and only entered in the final stage. Therefore, the tendency is that he will return to the starting lineup.

A likely Corinthians lineup has: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique, and Matheus Bidu; Maycon, Charles, Breno Bidon, and Garro; Gui Negão and Kayke (Memphis).

Corinthians will have four major absences for the duel. Midfielder Raniele is suspended, while striker Yuri Alberto (inguinal hernia) and midfielders Carrillo (ankle surgery) and José Martínez (hand fracture) are still with the medical department.

The players started the day watching a video of the opponent. Then, they had a physical activation in the gym and went to work on the field. On Field 1, physical trainer Celso Rezende promoted the warm-up, and then Dorival Júnior and his staff organized a tactical activity with the squad on Field 2. Finally, there were repetitions of set pieces and offensive movements.

Corinthians visits Athletico-PR in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals. The ball rolls on Wednesday at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Arena da Baixada in Curitiba (PR).

Corinthians comes from a victory over Vasco and seeks a second consecutive win to take the lead in the Copa do Brasil knockout stage. As decided by draw, the Alvinegro has the advantage of deciding at home.

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