Corinthians and Capivariano face each other this Thursday, at 8:30 pm (Brasília time), at Neo Química Arena, at a defeat. The team is looking for a victory at home to establish itself at the top of the table before the classic against Palmeiras on Sunday.
Capivariano has seven points and is trying to recover after losing to Primavera. The club returns to the state elite after ten years and needs to score to reduce the risk of relegation and maintain its chances of a place in the G-8. The confrontation gains importance due to the proximity of the decisive rounds of the first phase.
- Corinthians has control of the field to put pressure on and score important points.
- Capivariano bets on defensive organization to balance forces away from home.
- Game at Neo Química Arena should attract a good black and white audience.
O #VestiárioDoTimãois ready for the duel soon! 🏴🏳️
—Corinthians (@Corinthians)February 5, 2026
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Confirmed absence of José Martínez and probable lineup of Corinthians
José Martínez is out of the game against Capivariano. The Venezuelan midfielder traveled to Venezuela to resolve bureaucratic procedures for issuing a new passport and was not included in the match. His absence opens up space in midfield for the alternative team prepared by Dorival Júnior.
The likely lineup includes Hugo Souza (Felipe Longo) in goal, with a defense formed by Pedro Milans, André Ramalho, João Pedro Tchoca and Hugo. In midfield, Charles, Matheus Pereira, Rodrigo Garro and Vitinho make up the sector. The attack relies on Kaio César and Gui Negão, with Pedro Raul as an alternative on the bench.
André, André Carrillo and Yuri Alberto remain suspended and could be absent in future rounds if they receive a yellow card. The cast adjusts parts to compensate for the loss of Martínez.
Impact of José Martínez’s absence in midfield
José Martínez is an important player in Corinthians’s marking and passing the ball. Sua absence forces Dorival Júnior to redistribute functions in the central sector. Charles and Matheus Pereira must take greater responsibility for containment and distribution.
The coach values the depth of the squad to deal with occasional absences. Martínez’s trip to regularize documentation was already planned and did not involve injury. The player must soon return to Brasil after resolving the issue.
Rotation in the squad and focus on the classic against Palmeiras
Dorival Júnior promotes the preservation of starters due to the wear and tear of Supercopa and the upcoming derby. The rotation aims to keep the group competitive without compromising Sunday. Treinos recent highlights highlighted the interaction between reserves and observation of options in midfield.
Players like Rodrigo Garro, Vitinho and Matheus Pereira are given opportunities to show consistency. The alternative formation seeks a balance between solid defense and fast attack. The coach demands maximum intensity on the field.
Base maintenance at Capivariano and tactical adjustments
Élio Sizenando preserves the main structure of the team, with possible occasional changes in the attack to gain speed. The focus is on defensive compactness and quick counterattacks. Daniel Baianinho is suspended for three yellow cards.
Guilherme Nogueira defends the goal, with Diogo Mateus, Lucas Dias, Wendel Lomar and Leonan in defense. Bruno Silva, Octávio, Thiaguinho and Ravanelli act in the middle. Felipe Azevedo and Rodolfo lead the offensive sector, with Vinicius Popó and Cássio Gabriel as options.
Leonan comes in hanging and requires care to avoid embezzlement in the sequence. Capivariano seeks solidity to surprise the home team.
Live broadcast and refereeing of the match
The match is broadcast on TNT on closed TV and on HBO Max on streaming. Portais specialists offer real-time coverage with up-to-date bids and statistics.
Daiane Muniz acts as main referee. Alex Ang Ribeiro and Raphael of Albuquerque Lima are the assistants. Guilherme Francisco from Silva and Rosário is the fourth referee. Douglas Marques of Flores commands the VAR.
Situation in the table and relevance of the result
Corinthians needs a victory to improve its position and gain confidence before decisive commitments. Oito points put the team in contention for the G-8. Field control favors possession of the ball and high pressure.
Capivariano fights to remain in the elite and sees the game as an opportunity to score away points. Sete points keep the team in contention. The club is betting on tactical discipline to balance the confrontation.
The duel directly influences the classification aspirations of both teams in the initial phase.
