Corinthians will host Rosario Central this Thursday at 8:30 PM EST at the Neo Química Arena in São Paulo for the second leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16.
Following a goalless draw in the first leg in Argentina, Corinthians need only a simple victory to advance to the next stage. Playing in front of their home crowd, the Brazilian side will also be boosted by the return of Memphis Depay, who is expected to be on the bench after finalizing his new contract with the club.
Rosario Central also requires a win in São Paulo to secure their place in the quarter-finals. However, the Argentine team faces the daunting task of overcoming the passionate home support and breaking a 10-year winless streak on Brazilian soil.
Head-to-Head and Recent Form
The two clubs have met three times, with one win for each team and one draw.
Corinthians have won four of their last 10 matches, alongside four draws and two losses. Rosario Central are currently on a five-game unbeaten streak, which includes three wins and two draws.
Corinthians & Rosario Central Expected lineups
Corinthians (4-4-2): Hugo Souza; Matheuzinho, Gabriel Paulista, Gustavo Henrique, Matheus Bidu; Raniele, Allan, Breno Bidon, Rodrigo Garro; Kaio César, Pedro Raul (Memphis Depay).
Coach: Fernando Diniz.
Rosario Central (4-4-2): Ledesma; Emanuel Coronel, Ovando, Gastón Avila, Sández; Franco Ibarra, Vicente Pizarro, Di María, Campaz; Enzo Copetti, Cantizano.
Coach: Jorge Almirón.
Match Officials
Referee: Alexis Herrera (VEN)
Assistants: Lubin Torrealba (VEN) and Antoni Garcia (VEN)
VAR: Nicolas Gallo (VEN)
How to Watch Corinthians & Rosario Central in the USA
Corinthians vs. Roasio Central will be broadcast on Fanatiz and Fubo in the United States.
Fans can also watch the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 on bet365's Live Streaming Service (Must have a funded bet365 account).
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