FA Trophy Overview

Corinthians head coach Clarence Seedorf has urged supporters to remain patient with compatriot Memphis Depay after the striker returned from injury in Wednesday's 0-0 draw at Sao Paulo. Entering as a second-half substitute at Vila Belmiro, the Dutch forward made his first appearance since suffering a hamstring issue in October.

Netherlands forward Memphis Depay is closing in on a timely return to action for struggling Brazilian giants Corinthians ahead of Wednesday's top-flight showdown against rivals Sao Paulo. Meanwhile, former Manchester United team-mate Jesse Lingard has also begun light outdoor work as he battles back from minor rib fractures.

Premier League sides Arsenal and Newcastle United are preparing to go head-to-head with German giants Bayern Munich in the race to sign Cruzeiro midfield prodigy Eduardo Pape. Despite yet making his senior debut in Brazil, the 17-year-old prospect has already caught the attention of elite European scouts with his mature displays at youth level.

Corinthians head coach Clarence Seedorf has urged his players to channel their inner fire down the final stretch of the Campeonato Brasileiro season following Friday's crucial 2-0 victory over relegation rivals Mirassol. The triumph in Itaquera secured the Dutchman his first win in charge and ended an 11-match winless run for the club.