Bragantino Faces Corinthians in Crucial Match on November 5

Bragança Paulista, SP – Red Bull Bragantino and Corinthians will face each other on Wednesday, November 5, at 7 PM (local time) in a crucial match for the Brazilian Championship. The game will take place at the Estádio Cícero de Souza Marques during the 32nd round of the league.

The Massa Bruta, as Bragantino is known, is looking to recover from a disappointing streak of four consecutive losses. Their last defeat was against Bahia, finishing 2-1 on November 2. With 36 points, Bragantino sits in 14th place and needs a victory to distance themselves from the relegation zone, where Vitória, currently in 17th place, trails by five points.

Corinthians, on the other hand, has been performing well, with three consecutive victories against Atlético-MG, Vitória, and Grêmio. Their recent success has propelled them to 10th place with 42 points, just five points behind the top seven teams aiming for a spot in the Conmebol Libertadores.

Bragantino’s head coach, Vagner Mancini, welcomes back key midfielder Jhon Jhon, who has recovered from suspension and is expected to replace Eric Ramires, who is out due to injury. The probable starting lineup includes Cleiton; Andres Hurtado, Pedro Henrique, Alix Vinícius, and Vanderlan; Gabriel, Juninho Capixaba, and Jhon Jhon; Lucas Barbosa, Laquintana, and Eduardo Sasha.

For Corinthians, coach Dorival Júnior will have the return of midfielders José Martínez, Raniele, and Breno Bidon after suspension. Although the team will miss goalkeeper Hugo Souza due to a thigh injury, the squad is looking strong. The expected formation is Felipe Longo; Matheuzinho, João Pedro Tchoca, Gustavo Henrique, and Matheus Bidu; Maycon, Raniele, André Carrillo, and Rodrigo Garro; Memphis Depay and Yuri Alberto.

The match is critical for both teams as only three points separate them in the league standings. Bragantino needs a win to secure their place above the relegation zone, while Corinthians aims to solidify their position for a continental tournament.