Palmeiras could play up to 16 matches in season run-in | OneFootball

Palmeiras face a decisive run-in, with the possibility of playing up to 16 matches before the 2026 calendar closes.

According to Nosso Palestra, the Verdão have 10 fixtures scheduled over the next 30 days, comprising six in the Campeonato Brasileiro, two in the Copa do Brasil and two in the Libertadores.

That total could rise if they progress through the knockout rounds. Should they reach the semi-finals of both the Copa do Brasil and the Libertadores, the schedule could hit that maximum by season’s end.

The congested spell blends domestic and international commitments in a short window, raising physical and logistical demands on Abel Ferreira’s squad.

League duties continue alongside the cups, with Palmeiras looking to remain in contention near the top of the Brasileirão.

With up to 10 matches in only 30 days, the coaching staff will have to manage minutes, recovery and rotation to navigate a pivotal period.

Source: Nosso Palestra

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