After tough defeat, Palmeiras begin preparations to face Cruzeiro | OneFootball

This Friday, at the Football Academy, Palmeiras began their preparation to face Cruzeiro for the 30th round of the Brazilian Championship. The teams will face off next Sunday at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at Allianz Parque.

The athletes who played more than 45 minutes against LDU followed a schedule of regenerative activities and weight training. Meanwhile, the rest of the green-and-white squad performed strength work indoors and then did running drills on the field under the supervision of the physical training staff.

With the 3-0 defeat in Quito, Palmeiras saw their spot in the Libertadores final become more distant. Now, Verdão needs a 4-0 win to advance without the need for penalties. The return match takes place next Thursday at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Allianz Parque in São Paulo (SP).

Leading the Brasileirão with 61 points, Verdão enters the field looking to maintain the top of the table, which could be lost if Flamengo beats Fortaleza on Saturday. Coach Abel Ferreira will not have Piquerez, who is suspended, and Weverton, who is injured. Aníbal Moreno is doubtful.

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