Neymar and Thaciano join Santos training ahead of Paulistão | OneFootball

After the 1-1 draw with São Paulo in the Brasileirão, the Santos squad returned to the CT Rei Pelé this Friday. Now, the club's focus is on the decisive match against Noroeste, scheduled for this Sunday at 4 PM (Brasília time), for the seventh round of the Campeonato Paulista.

Coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda had a new addition in the activity. Thaciano returned from a thigh injury and was with the squad during the activities. Neymar trained normally and could be the big surprise in the Argentine's lineup.

Ready for the game?

Besides Thaciano, Neymar participated in the full activity with the squad and is getting closer to returning. The attacking midfielder, recovered from an arthroscopy on his left knee, is doubtful for the match and might gain some minutes.

Willian Arão (surgery to remove a kidney stone) and Adonis Frías (muscle injury in the right calf) will be absences for Peixe in the match. The squad will conclude preparations for the game against Noroeste on Saturday morning at CT Rei Pelé.

Delicate situation

With two games remaining in the first phase of the Campeonato Paulista, Santos finds itself in a complicated situation. The Alvinegro Praiano could end the round in the relegation zone if they lose to Noroeste next Sunday and Velo Clube beats Red Bull Bragantino at home.

Next Santos match

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