Corinthians Without Star Striker Yuri Alberto for Bragantino Clash
Facundo Trotta Arrieta
Dailysports's expert
Corinthians will return to Brasileirão action this Sunday against Red Bull Bragantino at Neo Química Arena, but will do so without their top scorer. As reported by Meu Timão, striker Yuri Alberto is still recovering from a spinal fracture suffered on May 24 in a match against Atlético Mineiro and remains unavailable to head coach Dorival Júnior.
The No. 9, who has scored 13 goals in 35 appearances this year, has been sorely missed. With him on the field, Corinthians has a 65% win rate, but without him, it drops to 40% over five matches — just one win, two draws, and two losses. Despite Memphis Depay starting, the team has struggled to convert their attacking play into goals.
On Sunday, the likely front line will feature Ángel Romero alongside Depay, with Talles Magno as another option. According to Alberto’s physiologist, he could resume ball training in the coming days. Corinthians, currently 10th with 16 points from 12 matches, looks to regain momentum after the Club World Cup break.
