Memphis Depay hits Corinthians’ biggest goal drought due to injuries and absence Por Luís Henrique Costa
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Forward Memphis Depay completed three months without scoring for Corinthians. The last goal occurred on July 30, in the 1-0 victory against Palmeiras, in the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. Since then, the Dutchman has played nine games for the club without finding the net.
Injuries to his right thigh sidelined the player for significant periods. He missed seven matches in total. Memphis should start against Grêmio, on Sunday, at 4pm, at the Neo Química Arena, in the 31st round of the Brasileirão.
- Last goal: July 30th, against Palmeiras.
- Games without scoring: 9 for Corinthians.
- Goals for the Netherlands: 4 in qualifiers.
Injuries impact performance
Memphis suffered a grade 2 injury to the hamstring of his right thigh. The problem sidelined him for 21 days.
Subsequently, edema in the same region resulted in him being sidelined for almost a month.
The player missed training at CT Joaquim Grava. He did not return from Rio de Janeiro in time.
Performances for the Dutch national team
Memphis has scored four goals in four European qualifying games for the 2026 World Cup.
The Dutchman became the greatest scorer in the history of the Netherlands national team.
These goals contrast with Corinthians’ drought.
He played international matches during his recovery period.
Previous fasting history
The longest previous fast lasted just over two months. They took place between May and July, with the Brasileirão being suspended for the Club World Cup.
In that clip, Memphis went six games without scoring.
At the beginning of the season, another six-match drought separated the debut from the first goal.
Numbers since arrival at the club
Memphis arrived at Corinthians in September 2024.
The striker has 15 goals for the team.
He recorded 14 assists in the period.
The numbers highlight contribution beyond recent goals.
Preparation for next game
Corinthians faces Grêmio at the Neo Química Arena.
Memphis trained normally during the week.
Coach plans to select him as a starter.
The match takes place at 4pm on Sunday.
Context in Brasileirão
Timão seeks recovery in the table.
Memphis integrates the attack alongside Yuri Alberto and Garro.
The rapport improves with the return of the Dutchman.
The current fast surpasses marks from 2024, when there were no more than four games without a goal.
Comparison with past periods
In 2025, injuries will accumulate more absence time.
Previous stoppage due to an international tournament reduced games.
Performances for Holland kept pace with Memphis.
Player demonstrates form at select level.
