Red Bull Bragantino vs Corinthians: Copa Libertadores Round of 16 First Leg Preview
This Tuesday, the 13th, at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), Red Bull Bragantino will face Corinthians at the Santa Cruz/Niconele Stadium in Ribeirão Preto. This match is the first leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16. Given the lackluster performances in the Brazilian Championship, both teams see this competition as a vital opportunity to claim glory in South American club football.
Due to the Nabi Abi Chedid Stadium not meeting the requirements for this stage of the competition, Red Bull Bragantino has chosen Botafogo-SP’s Santa Cruz Stadium as an alternative venue for this crucial match.
Team Performance and Match Background
Red Bull Bragantino performed well in the group stage, finishing second, but they secured their place in the Round of 16 by defeating Barcelona SC in the playoff. Corinthians, on the other hand, topped Group F and advanced directly to the knockout stages. They aim to secure an away victory in the first leg to strengthen their chances of progressing.
In their most recent encounter during the Brazilian Championship at the Neo Química Arena, the two teams battled to a 1–1 stalemate. This draw adds an extra layer of intrigue to their upcoming clash.
Where to Watch
Fans can watch the live broadcast of this match through the following channels:
- ESPN (cable TV)
- Disney+ (streaming)
- SBT (open TV)
Match Predictions
Here are the predictions from three commentators:
- André Donke: Red Bull Bragantino 2–1 Corinthians
- Rafael Marques: Red Bull Bragantino 1–1 Corinthians
- Raphael Prates: Red Bull Bragantino 1–0 Corinthians
Possible Lineups
Due to injury issues, Bragantino coach Pedro Caixinha will be without Juninho Capixaba, Pedro Henrique, and Matheus Fernandes. The expected starting lineup for Bragantino is as follows:
- Goalkeeper: Cleiton
- Defenders: Nathan Mendes, Douglas Mendes, Eduardo, Luan Cândido
- Midfielders: Raul, Lucas Evangelista, Lincoln
- Forwards: Helinho, Henry Mosquera, Eduardo Sasha
Corinthians, coached by Ramón Díaz, will also miss key players, with Yuri Alberto and Romero unavailable. There is competition for starting spots, with Cacá and Ryan vying for a defensive role, and Biro and Hugo competing for the full-back position. Additionally, attacking midfielder Rodrigo Garro is expected to rest due to fatigue. The probable starting lineup for Corinthians is:
- Goalkeeper: Hugo Souza
- Defenders: Matheuzinho, Félix Torres, Gustavo Henrique, Cacá (Ryan), Matheus Bidu (Hugo)
- Midfielders: Raniel Coronado, Charles Coronado, Igor Coronado
- Forwards: Giovani, Talles Magno
Match Officials
The match will be officiated by the following officials:
- Referee: Felipe González
- Assistant Referees: Claudio Urrutia, Carlos Poblete Barrales
- VAR: José Cabero
As the match approaches, both Red Bull Bragantino and Corinthians will give their all to secure a victory in the first leg, laying the groundwork for advancement to the next round.
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