Palmeiras take FIFA break, prepare for Copa do Brasil catch-up | OneFootball

The Palmeiras squad received a day of rest amidst the FIFA date this Tuesday. The team returned to the Football Academy on the morning of last Monday and began preparations for the match against Juventude, which will take place only on Saturday, in a delayed round of the Brazilian Championship.

The last time the green team had a longer preparation period between games was during the FIFA date at the beginning of September. After that, they faced a tough sequence, dividing their attention between the quarterfinals of the Libertadores and the fight for the lead in the Brasileirão.

Palmeiras has a chance to consolidate at the top

The 27th round of the Brazilian Championship was positive for Palmeiras. The team led by coach Abel Ferreira defeated São Paulo, coming from behind, 3-2, at Morumbi and took the lead in the tournament, with 55 points. Additionally, they benefited from Flamengo's stumble, as they were defeated by Bahia, 1-0, at Arena Fonte Nova.

Next Saturday, against Juventude, Palmeiras will have the chance to consolidate their position at the top by playing the delayed round and matching the number of games played by Flamengo.

Between injuries and call-ups, Abel has a list of absentees

For the match against Juventude, Palmeiras will have the following absentees: Gustavo Gómez (Paraguay), Aníbal Moreno (Argentina), Flaco López (Argentina), Emiliano Martínez (Uruguay), Facundo Torres (Uruguay), Vitor Roque (suspended), Lucas Evangelista (right thigh surgery), and Paulinho (right leg surgery).

Khellven, who has progressed in recovering from a foot injury, is doubtful. The player had been a regular starter before getting injured and, in his absence, saw Giay take over the position. Ramón Sosa is dealing with a recent edema in his left thigh and is also not confirmed for the match.

Preparation to face Juventude

The team will return to training on the afternoon of this Wednesday at the Football Academy. They will then have two more days of activities (Thursday and Friday) before the match against the team from Rio Grande do Sul.

Next Palmeiras match

Palmeiras vs. Juventude (12th round of the Brasileirão) Date and time: October 11, 2025 (Saturday), at 7 PM (Brasília time) Location: Allianz Parque, in São Paulo (SP)

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