The Corinthians are under pressure after a recent poor run in the competition, with the team not winning in their last three matches, including two defeats at home. They currently occupy 10th place in the table with 32 points, eight points behind the fifth-placed Bahia and just seven points ahead of the relegation zone.
Globo Esporte Futebol reports that the team will be without several key players due to suspension and injury, including Hugo Souza, Gabriel Paulista, and Raniele, who are all suspended after receiving their third yellow card. Additionally, André and Yuri Alberto are still recovering from injuries.
The likely starting lineup for the Corinthians includes Kauê, Matheuzinho, João Pedro Tchoca, Gustavo Henrique, and Matheus Bidu, according to Globo Esporte Futebol. The team's next match after facing Chapecoense will be against Flamengo at the Maracanã.
The Corinthians' performance in this match could have a significant impact on their chances of advancing in the Conmebol Libertadores, with a win potentially giving them more confidence ahead of their quarter-final match against Estudiantes.