Arias return lifts Palmeiras for Coritiba clash, attacker may return | OneFootball

Palmeiras could receive an important boost for next Wednesday’s (22) match against Coritiba, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Couto Pereira, in the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship. After representing Colombia at the World Cup, forward Arias is expected to report back to the Football Academy in the coming days and has a good chance of being available to Abel Ferreira.

The possible return of the Colombian comes at a difficult time for the coach in assembling his attacking unit. Abel will be without Paulinho and Allan, both suspended by the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD), in addition to Flaco López, who remains with the Argentina national team for the World Cup final.

As a result, Arias emerges as an important option to expand Verdão’s attacking alternatives. Signed to add pace, mobility and the ability to play in different attacking roles, the Colombian could quickly earn minutes upon his return if he shows good physical condition after the international tournament.

Another new option for the match could be Vitor Roque. Recovered from injury, the number nine has returned to normal training and is expected to be included in the squad for the first time since beginning his recovery process. The tendency, however, is for the striker to start on the bench and potentially be used during the match.

With Arias returning and Vitor Roque recovered, Abel Ferreira gains alternatives to lessen the absences and keep the team competitive at the start of the second half of the Brasileirão season. Top of the table, Palmeiras is looking to add another three points to remain in first place before a decisive run of knockout matches.

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