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Corinthians – SP host Estudiantes La Plata in the CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores on Thursday 17 September 2026, and these predicted lineups highlight just how much both squads have been rotated lately. Corinthians’ projected XI includes only two players who started the sides’ most recent match, while Estudiantes arrive with far more continuity in personnel even amid their own changes. Both teams’ expected line-ups below are built purely from recent selection patterns, not any official announcement.
Predicted Corinthians – SP Line-up
Fernando Diniz’s side is projected in a 4-2-3-1, which lines up as the coach’s preferred formation. This is a rotating side – only 2 of the projected XI started their last match, underlining how unsettled the selection picture is right now. Gustavo Henrique and Kaio César are the two names to note, each having started five of the six matches used to build this projection, giving them the clearest claim to a starting berth among an otherwise shuffled group.
Corinthians – SP predicted XI: Hugo Souza; Gustavo Henrique, Matheuzinho, Matheus Bidu, Gabriel Paulista; Kaio César, Rodrigo Garro, Raniele, Breno Bidon, André Carrillo; Memphis Depay
| Line | # | Player | Starts in last 6 | Last 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | 1 | Hugo Souza | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 13 | Gustavo Henrique | 5/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 2 | Matheuzinho | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 21 | Matheus Bidu | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 3 | Gabriel Paulista | 4/6 | 1/3 |
| M | 37 | Kaio César | 5/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 8 | Rodrigo Garro | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 14 | Raniele | 4/6 | 1/3 |
| M | 7 | Breno Bidon | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 19 | André Carrillo | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| F | 10 | Memphis Depay | 3/6 | 2/3 |
Estudiantes La Plata Predicted Lineup
Alexander Medina also favours a 4-2-3-1, and that shape is reflected in Estudiantes La Plata’s expected XI here. It, too, qualifies as a rotating side – only 6 of the projected XI started their last match, though that figure shows notably more carryover than their opponents managed. Fernando Muslera and Gastón Benedetti stand out as the most consistent selections, both having started five of the last six matches used in this projection.
Estudiantes La Plata predicted XI: Fernando Muslera; Gastón Benedetti, Santiago Núñez, Eric Meza, Leandro Gonzalez Pirez; Gabriel Neves, Baltasar Gallego Rodriguez, Lucas Piovi, Joaquín Correa, Edwuin Cetre; Adolfo Gaich
| Line | # | Player | Starts in last 6 | Last 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | 16 | Fernando Muslera | 5/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 13 | Gastón Benedetti | 5/6 | 3/3 |
| D | 4 | Santiago Núñez | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 20 | Eric Meza | 3/6 | 2/3 |
| D | 14 | Leandro Gonzalez Pirez | 3/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 8 | Gabriel Neves | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 31 | Baltasar Gallego Rodriguez | 4/6 | 2/3 |
| M | 21 | Lucas Piovi | 4/6 | 1/3 |
| M | 32 | Joaquín Correa | 4/6 | 1/3 |
| M | 18 | Edwuin Cetre | 2/6 | 2/3 |
| F | 19 | Adolfo Gaich | 2/6 | 2/3 |
Injuries and Suspensions
André, Kayke, Zakaria Labyad and Yuri Alberto are out injured, while André Ramalho and Allan are unavailable through suspension, a combination that thins Corinthians’ midfield and attacking options in particular. Of the bench options, Tchoca has the strongest recent record among the reserves and looks best placed to step into contention if changes are needed.
| Player | Pos | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| André Ramalho | D | suspended | Inactive |
| Allan | M | suspended | Escape clause |
| André | M | injured | Muscle bruise |
| Kayke | F | injured | Jumpers knee |
| Zakaria Labyad | M | injured | Jumpers knee |
| Yuri Alberto | F | injured | Muscle bruise |
Tiago Palacios and Santiago Arzamendia are out injured, while Lucas Alario, Ramiro Funes Mori and Tiago Tomas Palacios are unavailable through suspension, leaving Estudiantes La Plata short in both defence and attack. Alexis Castro, who has featured in three of the matches used here, is the bench player with the clearest path into the starting XI.
| Player | Pos | Status | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas Alario | F | suspended | Inactive |
| Ramiro Funes Mori | D | suspended | Inactive |
| Tiago Tomas Palacios | D | suspended | Inactive |
| Tiago Palacios | F | injured | Wound |
| Santiago Arzamendia | D | injured | Jumpers knee |
How These Line-ups Were Picked
Each predicted lineup here was built from the last six matches for both Corinthians – SP and Estudiantes La Plata, with more recent games weighted more heavily than older ones. Any player confirmed injured or suspended was removed from contention before the projection was assembled. This remains a projection rather than a confirmed team news, and it can and will change once the official lineup is released ahead of kickoff.
Read also: Corinthians – SP vs Estudiantes La Plata Head-to-Head: Record, Stats & Form (Updated September 2026)
Read also: Corinthians Paulista vs Estudiantes LP Prediction: 17.09.2026 Copa Libertadores
FAQ
What formation will Corinthians – SP and Estudiantes La Plata use?
Both sides are projected to line up in a 4-2-3-1, which matches the preferred formation of their respective coaches, Fernando Diniz and Alexander Medina.
Who is predicted to start in goal for Corinthians – SP vs Estudiantes La Plata?
Hugo Souza is projected in goal for Corinthians – SP, while Fernando Muslera is expected to start for Estudiantes La Plata.
Who is unavailable for Corinthians – SP vs Estudiantes La Plata?
Corinthians – SP are without André, Kayke, Zakaria Labyad and Yuri Alberto through injury, plus André Ramalho and Allan through suspension. Estudiantes La Plata are missing Tiago Palacios and Santiago Arzamendia through injury, alongside Lucas Alario, Ramiro Funes Mori and Tiago Tomas Palacios through suspension.
When do Corinthians – SP play Estudiantes La Plata?
The Copa Libertadores match kicks off on Thursday 17 September 2026.