Without one player, São Paulo finish prep for Inter; likely XI

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·31. März 2026

Without one player, São Paulo finish prep for Inter; likely XI

São Paulo’s squad reported back to SuperCT on Tuesday morning for their final training session focused on Internacional, wrapping up preparations for the match. Head coach Roger Machado will have a new absence for the clash, as Alan Franco, who is dealing with calf pain, did not take part in the session.

As a result, the center-back remained at REFFIS Plus and will not travel with the São Paulo delegation to Porto Alegre. Tricolor face Internacional this Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Beira-Rio.

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How did the training go?

The session began with a warm-up led by Roger Machado’s coaching staff. Next, the coach oversaw a tactical drill focused on movement and build-up play.

Finally, there was a small-sided game between the teams, as well as set-piece and finishing drills.

Absences and reinforcements

São Paulo have five absences for the match. In addition to Alan Franco, who is dealing with discomfort in his right calf, Lucas (two fractured ribs), Ryan Francisco (in transition), and Paulinho (ligament strain in his left knee) are in the medical department.

Full-back Enzo Díaz picked up his third yellow card against Palmeiras, is suspended, and will also miss the game.

On the other hand, São Paulo have two reinforcements for the match against Inter. Forward Artur, who joined Tricolor last Saturday, took part in the team’s last three training sessions and is now available to play. Goalkeeper Coronel, who suffered a kidney stone episode in February and underwent an additional treatment procedure, is also fit to play.

Probable lineup

Thus, São Paulo’s probable lineup is: Rafael; Lucas Ramon, Arboleda, Sabino and Wendell; Danielzinho and Marcos Antonio; Cauly, Ferreirinha (Artur) and Luciano; Calleri.