Here's an updated summary of what's happening with Corinthians 👇
🔥 Coaching change and recent crisis
The club fired Dorival Júnior after a poor run without wins.
Fernando Diniz, former coach of the Brazilian National Team and Libertadores champion with Fluminense, took over.
Timão (Corinthians) had gone 8 or 9 games without a win and was close to the relegation zone in the Brasileirão (Brazilian Championship).
👉 In other words: a moment of total reconstruction.
⚽ Situation on the field
Corinthians is still looking for its first victory in derbies in 2026, with 3 draws and 1 defeat so far.
They will face Palmeiras in a decisive atmosphere.
Despite their poor run in the Brasileirão, the team:
Already won their Libertadores debut (2-0 away)
🌍 Squad and behind the scenes
Memphis Depay:
Is injured and has become the target of criticism from fans and the press.
Almost suspended for using his cell phone on the bench, but only received a warning.
Even injured, he drew attention by arriving at the stadium by helicopter to support the team.
Jesse Lingard:
Recently signed and is one of the club's media bets.
🏆 2026 Season so far
🏆 2026 Brazilian Super Cup Champion, defeating Flamengo
📉 Bad moment in the Brasileirão (Brazilian Championship)
📈 Positive start in the Libertadores Cup
🔄 Recent coaching change
🧠 Quick summary
Corinthians is experiencing an unstable moment:
Crisis in the Brasileirão
Pressure on players and management
New coach trying to reorganize the team
Hope in the Libertadores Cup
If you want, I can send you:
Probable current lineup
Upcoming games
Or an analysis of whether Corinthians is fighting for the title or relegation 👀