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Corinthians enters this matchup with a strategy that suggests some reserve players will be taking the field. Samir Carvalho, a notable voice in the commentary booth, addressed the situation, highlighting that the upcoming crucial classic against São Paulo on Sunday has prompted management to consider resting key players. This move aims to strike a balance between upcoming competition and securing a strong performance against a team at the bottom of the standings.
The last significant match for Água Santa saw them suffering a hefty defeat, losing 6–0 to Mirassol, positioning them firmly in last place. Given this, many predict that if Corinthians does not secure a strong win, there might be questions raised about their performance tonight.