Abel gains two at Palmeiras, leads training before Vitória clash | OneFootball

Palmeiras is trying to reclaim the lead in the Brazilian Championship after their defeat to Santos last Saturday, in a postponed match from the 13th round. On Monday morning, the squad continued their preparations to face Vitória and held another training session at the Football Academy under the command of coach Abel Ferreira, who will have reinforcements for the match that takes place this Wednesday at Allianz Parque.

To start, the players watched a video prepared by the coaching staff and performed physical activation at the excellence center. Next, they went out to the pitch, where they carried out technical activities. In the first part, the squad worked on movement, balance, play construction, and finishing.

Afterwards, the team held a technical drill with two sides on a reduced field. The players who played against Santos were released earlier to undergo recovery at the recovery and neuroscience center.

Palmeiras Medical Department Update

Forward Paulinho and midfielder Lucas Evangelista followed an internal schedule with the Health and Performance Center. Both are recovering from surgery on their leg and right thigh, respectively. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Weverton, who is treating a fracture in his right hand, trained with the other goalkeepers, but still with restrictions.

Palmeiras will have two reinforcements to face Vitória

For the match against Vitória, Abel Ferreira will have two definite returns: midfielders Andreas Pereira and Allan, who served suspensions in the derby. The duo served their suspensions on Saturday and are available again for Wednesday’s match.

Abel awaits return of called-up players

Coach Abel Ferreira is expecting to have more reinforcements for this game. Striker Vitor Roque will return on President Leila Pereira’s plane after the friendly against Tunisia, which takes place in France this Tuesday. Verdão has also prepared logistics to retrieve the other called-up players in time: Gustavo Gómez, Sosa, Emiliano Martínez, Facundo Torres, and Piquerez.

Their availability for the match depends on the approval of the Medical Department, which will assess them after their arrival at the club. Last Saturday, Flaco López was available for the derby and played the entire second half after playing a friendly with Argentina on Friday.

Palmeiras’ situation in the Brasileirão

Palmeiras lost the lead in the Brazilian Championship last Saturday. The team led by Abel Ferreira lost 1-0 to Santos and was overtaken by Flamengo, who thrashed Sport 5-1. Thus, Verdão dropped to second place, with 68 points, while Rubro-Negro took the lead with 71.

Palmeiras’ next match

Palmeiras vs. Vitória Competition: Brazilian Championship (advanced match from the 37th round) Date and time: November 19, 2025 (Wednesday), at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) Venue: Allianz Parque, in São Paulo (SP)

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