**Corinthians desperately need a W here** — they're in free fall at home, and Estudiantes won't roll over after that 1-1 draw in Argentina. 🔥

Corinthians have gone 0W-1D-4L across their last stretch, including back-to-back home losses. Estudiantes are more stable (1W-2D-2L) but missing some key bodies, especially in defense with T. Palacios sidelined. The two sides drew 1-1 in La Plata, so there's familiarity — and mutual respect here.

Key storylines:

- **M. Depay** and **R. Garro** need to spark Corinthians' attack against a patchy Estudiantes rearguard missing **T. Palacios**
- Home advantage at Neo Química Arena is critical for **Corinthians** — they can't afford another loss
- **Estudiantes** arrive without **L. Alario** and **R. Funes Mori**, forcing them to lean on **G. Carrillo** up front

Expected lineups:

- **Corinthians**: H. Souza, M. Bidu, G. Henrique, G. Paulista, Matheuzinho, Allan, B. Bidon, M. Depay, R. Garro, Kaio César, P. Raul
- **Estudiantes de La Plata**: F. Muslera, J. Pereyra, S. Núñez, E. Meza, A. Castro, E. Piovi, J. Tobio Burgos, B. Rodriguez, E. Cetré, G. Carrillo

Prediction:

**Corinthians 2–1 Estudiantes de La Plata**

Home desperation edges past a weakened visitor — but it's tight. ⚪