São Paulo finish prep for Majestoso without Lucas or call-ups | OneFootball

On the afternoon of this Wednesday, the São Paulo squad wrapped up preparations for the derby against Corinthians, valid for the 34th round of the Brazilian Championship. Forward Lucas Moura, who was initially considered doubtful, did not take to the field and will miss the Tricolor in the Majestoso.

Lucas, who underwent surgery on his right knee earlier this year, began to feel pain in the area again last week. This Wednesday, he had to undergo an injection to relieve the pain. As a result, the forward will be out for the derby against Corinthians and is expected to miss the remainder of the season.

How was the training session?

The squad began activities with a warm-up on the pitch. Coach Hernán Crespo had a conversation with the players before the start of the session. Afterwards, in a circle with the whole group, the players took part in the famous ‘rondo’, with quick passing exchanges.

After that, the Tricolor coaching staff divided the squad into two groups for technical drills with the ball. From this point on, the training was closed to the press. In the final part of the session, Crespo fine-tuned the last tactical details before the Majestoso.

Called-up players Ferraresi, Bobadilla, and Tapia have not yet returned from their respective national teams. The arrival of all three is expected between Wednesday night and Thursday morning. They will still be re-evaluated to determine if they will be fit to play in Thursday’s derby.

Absences and returns

For the Majestoso, Crespo will have a total of 12 absences. Arboleda (muscle injury in the left thigh), Lucas (pain in the right knee), and Enzo Díaz (inguinal hernia surgery) have joined the medical department in recent days.

In addition to the trio, São Paulo will be without Calleri, Ryan Francisco, André Silva, Dinenno, Wendell, Marcos Antônio, and Luan, all of whom are also in the medical department. Oscar, meanwhile, remains at rest after suffering from vasovagal syncope.

On the other hand, the Tricolor will have the reinforcement of midfielder Pablo Maia, who has recovered from a tendon injury in his right foot.

Standings situation

Despite coming off two rounds without a win, São Paulo still dreams of a spot in the Libertadores. The Tricolor sits in ninth place, with 45 points—six fewer than Fluminense, who are currently in seventh.

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