Pablo Maia trains freely, could boost São Paulo against Corinthians | OneFootball

São Paulo trained on Sunday morning at SuperCT, resuming preparations for the derby against Corinthians in the 34th round of the Brazilian Championship. Coach Hernán Crespo had a new development during the field activities.

Midfielder Pablo Maia participated in training as normal, with no restrictions. He is still recovering from a tendon injury in his right foot but is expected to be available to Crespo for the Majestoso.

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In addition, there is hope for the return of midfielder Rodriguinho, who had been dealing with pain in his right knee. Meanwhile, forward Lucas, who again felt discomfort in his right knee, remains doubtful.

Crowded Medical Department

Despite having some returns, São Paulo is packed with absences for the match against Corinthians. This past week, Crespo lost two more players to injury: defender Arboleda (left thigh injury) and left-back Enzo Díaz (inguinal hernia).

Besides this pair, Tricolor has another eight players in the medical department. They are: Marcos Antônio (injury to the posterior muscle of the left thigh), Luan (right adductor injury), Oscar (vasovagal syncope), Wendell (partial rupture of the plantar fascia in the left foot), Dinenno (arthroscopy on the right knee), Calleri (surgery on the cruciate ligament of the left knee), Ryan Francisco (rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus injury in the left knee), and André Silva (posterior cruciate ligament injury and strain of the anterior cruciate ligament in the right knee).

How was the training?

The morning for the São Paulo squad began with strengthening exercises indoors. Afterwards, the players went to the field and performed a small-sided possession drill.

Hernán Crespo’s coaching staff also led individual and group duels, as well as a series of matches between three teams.

São Paulo’s Next Match

São Paulo’s Position in the Table

São Paulo is currently winless in two games and sits in eighth place in the Brasileirão table, with 45 points. The team’s goal is to secure a spot in the 2026 Libertadores. However, the gap to Fluminense, which holds the last G7 spot, is six points.

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