Abel praises Palmeiras’ growth: “It’s a different club” | OneFootball

After the 2-0 victory over Juventude this Sunday in Caxias do Sul, coach Abel Ferreira once again praised the collective strength of Palmeiras and the commitment of the entire squad. The Portuguese coach highlighted that the team's success is due to joint work and the group mentality maintained over the years.

“How many times have I said that we are all one? How many times have you heard me say that there are no starters at Palmeiras? How many times have you heard me say that I don't train 11, but 28 players? Just pay attention. I talk a lot, sometimes too much. We need to talk about this year's journey: the number of players we sold, traded, integrated, and yet we continue competing, often against all odds. Keeping faith in the work,” stated Abel.

The coach also emphasized the transformation the club has undergone since his arrival and the maturation of the club's structure: “From my first interview until today, I haven't changed anything. The only thing that has changed, thanks to everyone, are the titles. The club has grown internationally, the youth system has grown, the number of sales and their values too. Competing for titles every year. Palmeiras is a different club.”

Finally, Abel reinforced his confidence in the players and explained the choices made for the match against Juventude, which took place a few days after qualifying for the Libertadores final: “We lost too, of course. Little has changed: I still believe in my players. But that's internal, things from our home. We still have a lot of room for improvement. I told those who were left out that these were the best 11 to start the game, considering the physical and mental fatigue. It was impossible for the others to be 100%.”

With the triumph, Palmeiras reached 65 points, surpassed Flamengo, and regained the lead in the Brazilian Championship. Verdão returns to the field on Thursday at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) against Santos at Allianz Parque for the 32nd round.

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