Inter Confirms Squad List for Derby Against Corinthians
Wednesday's match brings squad changes and increases relegation zone pressure
On Wednesday (7), Inter hosts Corinthians at Beira-Rio for the 29th round of the Brasileirão, marking Eduardo Baptista's debut as coach of the Colorado. The match gains prominence because the squad arrives with three confirmed absences and two returns, amidst the fight to escape the relegation zone.
Inter Absences and Missing Players
The coach will not be able to count on Maripán, who was diagnosed with a muscle injury in his right thigh last Sunday. The Chilean is expected to miss the team's upcoming fixtures. Additionally, Tony Sanabria is out due to a calf injury sustained during training with the Paraguayan national team, and Rochet and Allex are also unavailable, completing the list of absences.
Returns and Lineup Options
On the positive side, the medical department has cleared Matheus Bahia and Calebe, who are now available to Baptista. In defense, Maripán competes for a spot with Juninho, while forward Vitinho appears on the yellow card warning list but could still start against Timão.
Table Position and Relegation Risk
With 28 points, Inter occupies 18th place, two positions away from the relegation zone. Vasco, the first team outside the zone, has 31 points, leaving a three-point difference. Grêmio, a direct rival, has 29 points, intensifying the race to escape the drop zone.
Impact on the GreNal Derby
The match also has repercussions for the GreNal derby, which will be played next Sunday (11). Grêmio faces Remo with six players on yellow card warnings, while Inter has three names on the suspension watch list. Should any of them receive a third yellow card against Corinthians, their absence will extend to the derby.
Match Expectations
Baptista's debut brings expectations of tactical changes, but Maripán's absence and the lack of some defensive midfielders could limit defensive options. The return of Matheus Bahia and Calebe offers alternatives, and the match will be decisive in attempting to close the points gap and move the club away from the relegation zone.
With information from GZH, Rádio Itatiaia.
Source: GZH, Rádio Itatiaia