Corinthians vs Criciúma Prediction: Can Ramón Díaz save Corinthians?

Corinthians appointed coach Ramón Diáz until the end of 2025. The Argentine saved Vasco da Gama from relegation last season, which probably convinced the Corinthians board to sign the veteran coach. The Timão is in 17th place with 12 points and needs to improve significantly to get out of the relegation zone. Rámon Díaz will debut at home against Criciúma in a game the Paulistas must win.

The Timão also signed four players to strengthen the squad, the most high-profile being defender André Ramalho, who was previously playing for PSV Eindhoven. Corinthians lost away at Vasco da Gama in the last round and suffered its second straight defeat. Ramón Díaz hasn't had much time to work on tactical aspects, so it will be his motivational skills that will determine how the Tiimão perform against Criciúma. As usual, the loyal Corinthians fans will encourage the team to do everything to win the three points.

The Tiger was leading 1-0 but conceded a goal in the 89th minute to draw at home to last-placed Fluminense. The result was disappointing also because it was the Cariocas' first point on the road. Criciúma is in 14th place with 17 points but has two games in hand. The Catarinenses will now have two consecutive away matches. It would be ideal to get a point against Corinthians because they will face Flamengo in Round 18.

The arrival of a new coach often has a positive psychological impact on the players. Corinthians is in the relegation zone and has signed Ramón Díaz as the new manager. Díaz is an experienced coach who faced a similar situation last season at the helm of Vasco da Gama. The Argentine saved the Cariocas from the drop to the Série B, and Corinthians fans hope he can do the same with his beloved club. Criciúma is in a quiet position in the standings and will be looking to pick up at least a point. I'm backing the Timão to win. Ramón Díaz didn't have much time to train with the team, but he will instill confidence in his players.