Fixture order could shape Palmeiras’ week in Brasileirão and cups | OneFootball

Palmeiras host Vasco on Sunday already knowing Flamengo’s result from Saturday, a schedule quirk that could ease or intensify pressure and influence selection before the Copa do Brasil.

With a Libertadores quarter-final secured, attention returns to the Brasileiro. According to Globo.com, this round brings a different dynamic because Palmeiras play after Flamengo.

Flamengo visit Cruzeiro at Mineirão on Saturday at 20:30, then Palmeiras face Vasco on Sunday at 16:00. If Flamengo win, they draw level on points. If they slip, Palmeiras could extend a three-point lead to as many as six.

That latter outcome would be significant for a side whose advantage once reached eight and has since narrowed. The 3-2 defeat to Fluminense increased pressure on players and staff, though Libertadores progress provided breathing space.

The Flamengo result could also guide Abel Ferreira on rotation before the midweek Copa do Brasil quarter-final first leg against Santos at Nubank Parque. Ferreira has said Palmeiras do not prioritise competitions, aiming to fight equally across the three after winning the Paulistão earlier this year.

If Palmeiras are temporarily level with Flamengo, it is likely Ferreira keeps most starters against Vasco, resting only one or two and prioritising the most fatigued.

After Friday’s session, there is one more training on Saturday to finalise the line-up. On Sunday, they will look to end a three-match winless run and protect or increase their lead.

Source: Globo.com

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