Abel Ferreira sets the tone, making full use of substitutions in 2025 | OneFootball

Palmeiras has already played 53 matches this season, and one detail stands out in Abel Ferreira’s work: the coach usually makes full use of the available substitutions. In only seven matches did the manager not make all five permitted changes.

Of these exceptions, Abel made four substitutions on five occasions, while in the other two he rotated the squad even less. Against Corinthians in the Copa do Brasil, he made only three changes, and in the last match, just two.

The pattern, however, shows that the Verdão boss has sought to make the most of the bench to maintain the team’s intensity throughout the 90 minutes. Substitutions are a key part of Abel’s strategy, as he often rotates the squad, tests different formations, and adapts the team to the context of the match.

Minute management is also a relevant factor. The Verdão squad has had to deal with important absences in 2025, whether due to call-ups, suspensions, or injuries, and the almost always maximum use of substitutions helps balance the physical wear of the starters and keep all players in competitive rhythm.

Moreover, this resource has a direct impact on results: several of Palmeiras’ victories this season were built or consolidated after changes made in the second half.

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