Palmeiras to rotate squad and rest players v Fortaleza at Allianz | OneFootball

On the eve of an intense season packed with decisive matches, Palmeiras returns to the field this Saturday (20th), at 9:00 PM (Brasília time), at the Allianz Parque, to face Fortaleza in the Brazilian Championship. The match takes place amid the knockout stages of the Libertadores, and Abel Ferreira is expected to once again use his well-known strategy of rotating the squad.

The Portuguese coach has made it a habit, ever since he arrived at Verdão, to make changes between decisive cup matches, giving opportunities to players looking to regain confidence, reclaim their place, or even secure a spot in the starting lineup. In 2025, a year of squad restructuring, this approach becomes even more relevant.

Among the names that could appear against Fortaleza are key players such as Raphael Veiga, who is looking to regain his protagonism after a period of inconsistency, and Mauricio, who was in great form and a starter just a few games ago. There is also anticipation regarding Sosa, who is trying to establish himself in the attacking sector, and the young Giay, a full-back who alternates minutes with Khellven but may get a run of games to show consistency, especially after the Brazilian full-back’s injury.

The clash at Allianz Parque, therefore, goes beyond the fight for points in the Brasileirão, where Palmeiras is chasing Flamengo round after round. For Abel Ferreira, it will be another opportunity to assess important players within the revamped squad, without losing sight of the physical and mental balance of the group amid a tight and decisive schedule.

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