Corinthians wrapped up training at CT Joaquim Grava on Saturday ahead of Sunday’s friendly against Cascavel at Estádio Municipal Arnaldo Busato. The Timão returns after 35 days off — its last match was a 3-1 win over Grêmio on May 30, the final round before the calendar break. The club sits 10th in Serie A with 24 points from 6 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses in 18 games, scoring 18 and conceding 19.

How the last training session went

Corinthians started Saturday with a tactical video session before heading to the gym for strength work. On the pitch, Fernando Diniz ran possession drills and a 10-v-10 tactical exercise. The session closed with set-piece practice. Former defender William, who played for the club between 2008 and 2010, was at the CT and received an official Corinthians jersey from Marcelo Paz, the sporting director, and Julio Cesar, the football manager. During his time at the club, William won the 2008 Série B, the 2009 Paulista, and the 2009 Copa do Brasil.

Likely lineup for the friendly

Fernando Diniz is expected to name: Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, Gabriel Paulista, André Ramalho and Matheus Bidu; Raniele, André, Breno Bidon and Rodrigo Garro; Yuri Alberto and Gui Negão. The team has completed ten training days since returning from recess after more than a month off. The Cascavel friendly serves as preparation for the Serie A return on July 23 against Remo at Neo Química Arena.

What to expect when Timão returns to Serie A

Corinthians returns to official competition on July 23 at 19:30 against Remo in the final round of the first half of the Serie A. The Timão trails leaders Palmeiras by 17 points and needs strong results to climb toward Libertadores contention. The team remains focused on the season’s stretch run after a start marked by ups and downs. The Cascavel friendly offers a chance to test tactical options before the intense return to Serie A action.