Palmeiras face a string of fitness problems after the World Cup | OneFootball

Palmeiras has been dealing with a string of fitness issues since the post-World Cup period. In total, nine first-team players have suffered different types of injuries or physical discomfort in recent weeks, increasing the workload of the medical department and directly affecting Abel Ferreira’s options for the rest of the season.

The cases include key players in the squad. Felipe Anderson has swelling in his left thigh, while Giay suffered a sprain to his right ankle. Paulinho, meanwhile, was treated for a sprain to his left ankle as well as an injury to his right thigh. Captain Gustavo Gómez suffered an injury to his right thigh, the same issue affecting Khellven.

The list also includes Alexander Barboza, who suffered foot trauma, Ramón Sosa, with an injury to his left thigh, and Piquerez, who has swelling in his left leg and right thigh. The most recent case is Arias, who suffered a minor injury to his right thigh.

The run of fitness problems comes at a time of an intense schedule for Palmeiras, who are competing simultaneously in the Brazilian Championship, the Copa do Brasil, and the Libertadores. With decisive matches ahead, Abel Ferreira needs to manage the players’ workload and find alternatives within the squad to avoid an even longer list of absences.

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