Corinthians and Red Bull Bragantino face each other this Thursday, February 12th, at 8pm, at Neo Química Arena, at São Paulo. The match is valid for the third round of the 2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. The confrontation puts the home team in search of their first victory in the competition.
Coach Dorival Júnior defined the lineup with a 4-1-3-2 formation, including names like Memphis Depay and Yuri Alberto in attack. Já or Red Bull Bragantino, led by Vagner Mancini, enters with a 4-2-3-1 formation. The referee of the match will be Felipe Fernandes of Lima.
The game gains attention due to Corinthians’s need to react after an irregular start to the season. Bragantino arrives with solid defensive performance in the initial rounds.
Confirmed lineups
Corinthians enters the field with Hugo Souza in goal, Matheuzinho on the right flank, Gabriel Paulista and Gustavo Henrique in central defense, in addition to Matheus Bidu on the left. In the middle, Raniele acts as the sole midfielder, while André Carrillo, Matheus Pereira and Rodrigo Garro, team captain, form the line of three. Depay and Yuri Alberto complete the attack.
Where to watch the match?
Transmission: Premiere
Red Bull Bragantino has Cleiton as goalkeeper, Andrés Hurtado, Pedro Henrique, Gustavo Marques and Juninho Capixaba in defense. Fabinho and Gabriel form the midfielder duo, with Lincoln Barbosa, Guilherme Neves and Henry Mosquera in the attacking midfield. Isidro Pitta is the starting center forward.
Recent team performance
The Corinthians alternates moments of good football with irregular results at the beginning of 2026. The team won the Supercopa Rei, but is still looking for consistency in the Brasileirão, where they did not win in the first rounds. The team is strong at home, but needs to improve its shooting efficiency.
Red Bull Bragantino starts the season with solid defense and positive results. The team has not conceded goals in recent matches and occupies high positions in the initial table. Collective consistency has been the difference under the command of Vagner Mancini.
Bragantino’s defensive performance stands out due to its tactical organization. The team controls spaces well and explores quick counterattacks.
Featured players
Memphis Depay arrives motivated after recent achievements with Corinthians. The Dutch striker brings international experience and movement in the offensive sector. Sua’s presence raises the technical level of the attack alongside Yuri Alberto.
Rodrigo Garro plays a fundamental role in the Corinthians midfield as captain. The Argentine organizes plays and distributes precise passes. Sua leadership on the field helps in the transition between defense and attack.
Yuri Alberto maintains regularity as a reference in the attack. The center forward is looking for goals to boost the team in the national competition.
- Memphis Depay: experience in major European leagues
- Yuri Alberto: top scorer in previous seasons
- Rodrigo Garro: responsible for creating plays
Direct and historical confrontation
Corinthians and Red Bull Bragantino have a balanced record in recent clashes. Corinthians has the advantage in the overall record, with more victories over the years. Nos last meetings with Brasileirão, however, Bragantino achieved positive results.
The duel at Neo Química Arena favors the home team in previous matches. The crowd factor influences Corinthians’s performance at home. Ambos teams prioritize tactical organization in these clashes.
The history records close games, with a moderate goal average. Teams often adopt cautious stances at first.
The direct confrontation reflects the evolution of Bragantino in the national elite. Bragança Paulista’s team imposed difficulties on Corinthians in past seasons.
Tactical challenges in midfield
The midfield will be the decisive sector in the match. Raniele faces strong marking from the duo Fabinho and Gabriel from Bragantino. Fastball recovery can set the pace of the game.
Rodrigo Garro needs to overcome the opponent’s pressure to connect the attack. André Carrillo and Matheus Pereira have room for imbalances at the ends. The creation of plays depends on the mobility of these athletes.
Bragantino is betting on solidity to neutralize Corinthians’ attacks. Guilherme Neves and Henry Mosquera support fast transitions.
The battle for possession of the ball will determine control of the actions. Ambas teams prioritize balance between defense and attack.
Defensive sector and injuries
Corinthians has Gabriel Paulista and Gustavo Henrique as an experienced defense duo. Protection in front of the area depends on Raniele to block enemy advances. Matheus Bidu and Matheuzinho need to contain the rises of the sides of Bragantino.
Red Bull Bragantino suffers from important absences in the squad. Jogadores like José Martínez, Hugo, Kaio César and Eduardo Sasha are out due to injury. Essas absences impact options on the bench.
The defense of Bragantino maintains organization even with casualties. Pedro Henrique and Gustavo Marques form a solid partnership in central defense.
Cleiton conveys security in goal in recent games. The defensive line prioritizes compaction to reduce spaces.
Options on the reserve bench
Corinthians has alternatives like Felipe Longo, João Pedro Tchoca, Pedro Milans and André Ramalho in defense. In between, Charles and Allan offer quality for tactical changes. Ataque counts with Vitinho and Pedro Raul as options.
Red Bull Bragantino has Tiago Volpi in goal, Agustin Sant’Anna and Eduardo Santos in defense. Eric Ramires and Ignacio Sosa reinforce the midfield. Ataque wins with Fernando and Vinicinho among the substitutes.
These parts allow for adjustments during the game. Treinadores can change schemes as the game progresses.
Substitutions influence the second half in balanced duels. Ambas the technical committees prepare variations.
Expectation for the attack
Depay and Yuri Alberto form a strong duo at Corinthians. Constant movement creates scoring opportunities. The connection between them improves with each game.
Isidro Pitta leads the Bragantino attack with presence in the area. The Paraguayan exploits aerial balls and precise finishes. Henry Mosquera supports with speed from the sides.
The confrontation of offensive styles promises sharp moves. Teams seek efficiency in the few chances created.
Effectiveness in finishing defines the result. Early Gols can change the teams’ confidence.