Palmeiras line-up: Abel Ferreira to ring changes for Brasileirão clash | OneFootball

Palmeiras completed another stage of preparations on Saturday morning (18) for the match against Athletico Paranaense. The game takes place this Sunday (19), at 6:30 p.m., at the Allianz Parque, in the Brazilian Championship.

Leaders of the competition for five consecutive rounds, Verdão boasts a flawless home record: five wins in five matches at home, a performance that reinforces the team’s strength in front of its fans.

The training session at the Football Academy focused on tactical aspects. The coaching staff led positional drills, emphasizing real match situations, working on both the offensive and defensive systems. Afterwards, the players took part in the traditional light-hearted scrimmage, a relaxed moment that is also part of the preparation routine.

Among the updates, forward Vitor Roque took part normally in activities with the squad. Paulinho, meanwhile, continues his physical reconditioning process and is being gradually reintegrated into training. Left-back Jefté remains in physical transition, carrying out specific activities with the Health and Performance Center.

On the pitch, the numbers confirm Palmeiras’ excellent form. Palmeiras has the best attack in the Brazilian Championship, with 21 goals scored, ahead of Flamengo, who have 18. Defensively, the team also stands out: only 10 goals conceded, a tally that places the side among the best defenses in the competition, behind only São Paulo.

Looking at the 2026 season as a whole, the performance is even more impressive. The club has the best overall success rate (77.33%), ahead of Bahia, and also leads in home form, with an outstanding 94.87%.

Probable lineup

With Marlon Freitas suspended, Palmeiras should have a new face in the starting lineup:

Carlos Miguel, Giay, Gustavo Gómez, Murilo and Arthur; Lucas Evangelista, Andreas Pereira, Jhon Arias and Allan; Ramón Sosa and Flaco López.

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