Raniel in jeopardyCorinthians is preparing for a crucial confrontation this Sunday (01), against Flamengo, valid for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship. The match, scheduled for 4:00 pm at Neo Química Arena, is essential for Timão, which seeks a victory to distance itself from the relegation zone. © Marcello Zambrana/AGIF Raniele, Corinthians player during the match against Palmeiras at Arena Allianz Parque for the Brazilian Championship A 2024 Corinthians comes to this game with a recent record of 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses. On the other hand, Flamengo, which comes from 3 wins and 2 losses, presents a superior form. With the team needing an immediate reaction, coach Ramón Díaz may opt for significant changes in the starting lineup. Among the possible changes, midfielder Raniele may be one of those affected. The player, who had been a constant presence in midfield, may lose his place to the young Ryan. This change reflects the need for renewal and a more agile and creative response in the sector.

Probable Corinthians lineupThe likely Corinthians for the game against Flamengo should have Hugo Souza in goal; Félix Torres, André Ramalho, and Cacá in defense; Matheuzinho, José Martínez, Raniele (or Ryan), Rodrigo Garro, and Matheus Bidu in midfield; and Talles Magno and Yuri Alberto in attack. The substitution of Raniele for Ryan may be a strategy to give greater mobility and freshness to the Corinthians' midfield. On Saturday (31), Corinthians focused on finishing training at CT Joaquim Grava. Striker Talles Magno, who returns after a brief absence. In a recent interview, Talles expressed confidence in the team's preparation. "It's a very important game. We know the difficulty of the duel, but we are ready to fight and come out with a positive result," he said.

Raniel's careerRaniel, 27, joined Corinthians at the beginning of 2024, after standing out at Cuiabá. The player's journey is marked by personal and professional achievements. From his difficulties in the base of Bahia and Vitória to his rise in Cuiabá, Raniel has shown resilience and dedication. His journey includes spells at clubs such as Fernandópolis, Ferroviária, Taubaté, Penapolense, Portuguesa, Jacuipense, Botafogo-SP, Bahia, and Avaí. In fact, his arrival at Timão was celebrated as a personal and professional achievement, with the player standing out as a starter. However, recent tactical changes and the need for results may put him at risk. The final decision on the lineup has not yet been confirmed, and coach Ramón Díaz should define the starting team based on the latest assessments and training. The Corinthians fans eagerly await to see if Raniele will remain among the starters or if he will be replaced by Ryan.