Atlético ready for Bahia, Diogo Alves steps in for Sampaoli | OneFootball

Atlético finished, this Tuesday (4th), preparations for the match against Bahia, for the 32nd round of the Brazilian Championship. The match will be played this Wednesday (5th), at 8:00 PM, at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte.

Without coach Jorge Sampaoli and defender Vitor Hugo, both sent off in the goalless draw against Internacional last Sunday (2nd) at Beira-Rio, Galo will be led on the sidelines by the Argentine coach’s assistant, Diogo Alves.

In addition to the suspension, Vitor Hugo would not be able to play anyway, since he belongs to Bahia and is on loan to Atlético. The spot left by the defender may be filled by Ruan Tressoldi or Ivan Román. There is also the possibility that both could start alongside Junior Alonso, should the Argentine opt to leave Saravia on the bench.

On the other hand, Sampaoli also has reasons to celebrate. Guilherme Arana and Gustavo Scarpa, who served automatic suspensions against Internacional, are available again and should reclaim their places in the starting lineup.

In the standings, Atlético is in 13th place, with 37 points, and is seeking victory to move away from the danger zone. At the moment, the gap to Vitória, the first team in the relegation zone, is 6 points. Bahia, meanwhile, is enjoying a great moment: they are in 5th place, with 52 points, and remain strong contenders for a direct spot in the next Libertadores.

Who will referee the match?

The match will be officiated by Davi de Oliveira Lacerda (ES), with Bruno Boschilia (PR) and Douglas Pagung (ES) as assistants. The VAR will be operated by Rafael Traci (SC).

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