Palmeiras line-up: Verdão set for boost against Atlético-MG | OneFootball

After more than a month away from home, Palmeiras will return to action at Nubank Parque this Sunday (26) at 7:30 p.m. against Atlético-MG in the 20th round of the Brazilian Championship. On Friday afternoon (24), the squad trained at the Football Academy and continued preparations for the clash, boosted by its lead in the competition and its excellent home form.

With 44 points, Verdão tops the Brasileirão and boasts the best home record in the competition, with an 85.19% success rate. The team’s last match at the stadium was on May 31, when it beat Chapecoense 1-0, before the break for the World Cup.

One of the squad leaders, center-back Murilo highlighted the anticipation for the reunion with Palmeiras’ fans.

“We really miss our fans. Whenever we’re there, we give our lives to come away with the win. We’ve been playing very well at home, so now it’s about keeping that going and doing what we’ve been doing, working with a lot of focus so we can once again bring joy to all Palmeiras supporters.”

The defender also previewed a balanced matchup against Atlético-MG.

“It’s going to be a difficult game. We know Atlético-MG are a very good team with great players. We know how tough it will be, but we have total confidence in our team.”

Reinforcements could return

Friday’s session brought good news for Abel Ferreira. Right-back Agustín Giay made progress in his recovery from a sprain in his right ankle and returned to training with the squad. In addition, forward Vitor Roque, who is in physical transition, and midfielder Felipe Anderson, who missed the match against Coritiba because of swelling in his left thigh, also took part in the work on the pitch.

During training, the coaching staff prioritized drills involving passing triangles, crosses, finishing, and small-sided games.

Now Palmeiras are looking to maintain their excellent home campaign to extend their lead at the top of the Brazilian Championship and begin the second half of the competition with another positive result in front of their fans.

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