Aníbal trains with Palmeiras, set for LDU clash boost | OneFootball

Palmeiras is ready for the semifinal decider of the Copa Libertadores. On Wednesday afternoon, the Verdão squad made their final adjustments at Allianz Parque, the stage for the decisive match against LDU from Ecuador. Aníbal Moreno trained normally and is expected to strengthen the group.

Recovered from edema in his left calf, the Argentine midfielder had trained partially with the squad last Tuesday. This Wednesday, he participated actively in the full training session and should be available to coach Abel Ferreira for the big match.

After a tactical video presentation at the Football Academy, the players headed to the Allianz Parque pitch. The athletes worked on positioning and carried out the movements prepared by the coaching staff for the match, among other drills.

Before leaving the Football Academy, the Verdão squad received support from club staff. Before, during, and after training, the fans celebrated at the gates of Allianz Parque, with flares and flagpoles as the team bus departed.

In search of a historic comeback, Palmeiras hosts LDU this Thursday at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Allianz Parque, in the second leg of the Libertadores semifinal.

Absences and returns

For the match, Palmeiras will have the return of Piquerez, who missed the draw against Cruzeiro due to suspension. In addition, Verdão should also have Aníbal Moreno back. It remains to be seen if the midfielder will be fit to start the match.

On the other hand, Verdão still has three absences for the clash. Goalkeeper Weverton (fracture in his right hand), forward Paulinho (surgery on his right leg), and midfielder Lucas Evangelista (surgery on his right thigh) remain under the care of the medical department.

Probable Palmeiras lineup

A probable Palmeiras lineup: Carlos Miguel; Khellven (Giay), Gustavo Gómez, Murilo, and Piquerez; Aníbal Moreno (Bruno Fuchs), Andreas Pereira, Maurício (Veiga), and Felipe Anderson; Flaco López and Vitor Roque.

The Palmeiras scenario

Palmeiras struggled with the altitude in the first leg and ended up being dominated by LDU, losing 3-0. Verdão, therefore, needs a win by four or more goals if they want to advance to the Libertadores final in regular time.

If they win by three goals and the aggregate score is tied, the spot will be decided by penalties.

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