Atlético-MG wrap up preparations in search of first Sul-Americana win | OneFootball

Atlético-MG wrapped up preparations on Wednesday morning for the clash against Juventud-URU in the second round of the Copa Sudamericana. The match will be played on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Brasília time at Arena MRV. In their opening match, against Puerto Cabello, the Brazilian side lost 2-1 in Venezuela.

Coach Eduardo Domínguez, who is expected to field his strongest lineup, oversaw tactical drills and finishing practice. He will be without defensive midfielder Patrick (knee surgery) and attacking midfielder Indio (ligament injury in his right knee). Forward Alan Minda, in the final stages of recovery from a left thigh injury, did some running on the pitch during training, but he will also miss the match.

Probable Atlético-MG lineup

Domínguez is expected to send out the team with the following lineup: Everson; Natanael, Lyanco (Vitor Hugo), Tressoldi and Lodi; Tomás Pérez, Alan Franco (Maycon) and Victor Hugo; Cuello (Dudu), Reinier and Hulk.

Group situation

After losing their opener, Atlético-MG are currently bottom of Group B with no points. Puerto Cabello lead the group with three points, followed by Juventud and Cienciano-PER, both with one point.

Next match

Match: Atlético-MG x Juventud-URU Competition: Copa Sudamericana (Matchday 2) Date: April 15, 2026 (Thursday), at 7:00 p.m. Brasília time Venue: Arena MRV, Belo Horizonte (MG)

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