Palmeiras with reinforcements and key absences to face Internacional
Palmeiras finalized its preparation for the match against Internacional, valid for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Serie A. Coach Abel Ferreira made significant changes to the lineup, marked by the return of defender Luan and the confirmed absence of Gustavo Gómez, who is still recovering from an injury. The game is scheduled for 4 p.m. on Sunday at Allianz Parque.
After resting players in the last match against Fortaleza, aiming for an advantage in the Copa do Brasil, the Portuguese coach opted to field a team closer to its full strength. The novelty in defense is the return of Luan, who trained normally with the squad and is expected to be part of the three-man backline alongside Murilo. A tactical option for the midfield could be the inclusion of midfielder Aníbal Moreno, with Raphael Veiga also being considered.
Gustavo Gómez remains sidelined
Captain Gustavo Gómez continues to be a definite absentee for Palmeiras. Despite performing physical exercises on the field, the defender remained at the Academia de Futebol, not joining the rest of the group at Allianz Parque. He remains under the care of the Health and Performance Department, focused on recovering from a right thigh injury. His absence represents a tactical challenge for the green-and-white defense.
Final adjustments before the match
Last Saturday, the Palmeiras squad held their final training session at Allianz Parque. The players watched a video with tactical instructions from the coaching staff in the locker room before taking the field. The training focused on applying positioning concepts, movements, and improving set pieces, in addition to a recreational game to conclude the preparation.
The expectation is that Palmeiras will field a more cohesive team with its main players available, with the exception of Gustavo Gómez. The clash against Internacional is crucial for the club’s ambitions in the Brazilian Serie A, and adapting to the absences will be fundamental to seeking three points at home. The team aims to consolidate its position in the standings and maintain its positive run in national competitions.
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