On Monday (23), Corinthians completed their preparations for the match against Fortaleza, which will take place on Tuesday (24). The team's goal is to advance to the semifinals of the Copa Sudamericana. However, the absence of striker Talles Magno represents a significant blow for the team.
Since joining Corinthians, Talles Magno quickly secured a spot among the starters. So far, he has played in nine matches, starting seven of them, scoring three goals and providing two assists, with a commendable performance. This season, he has stood out as one of the team's top scorers, having netted a goal in the victory against Atlético-GO.
Unfortunately, according to official information, Talles felt discomfort in the back of his left thigh during Sunday’s training. After undergoing an MRI, doctors diagnosed him with a grade two muscle injury. He has already begun physiotherapy treatment at the club, with an estimated recovery time of 20 to 25 days, depending on the progress of his rehabilitation. The coaching staff will closely monitor his recovery, hoping he can return to the pitch soon.
Prior to this, Talles had suffered an injury in August during a match in the Campeonato Brasileiro against Fortaleza, when he dislocated his shoulder. This new injury certainly poses a challenge for the team. The coaching staff is attentive, wishing for his swift return.
Necessary Adjustments in Attack
In the upcoming game, coach Ramón Díaz will need to adjust the attack, with options available including Yuri Alberto, Romero, Memphis Depay, Giovanni, Pedro Henrique, and Pedro Raul. Additionally, Héctor Hernández was not registered for this match. Corinthians won the first encounter 2-0 and hopes to maintain their good performance at home, fighting for qualification. The match will take place on Tuesday at 9:30 PM at the Neo Química Stadium, where the team will rely on the other forwards to make up for Talles' absence and aim for another strong showing.
