Evangelista starts recovery, Palmeiras train ahead of São Paulo clash | OneFootball

Palmeiras trained on Friday afternoon at the Football Academy, continuing their preparation for the derby against São Paulo, for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. The match kicks off at 4 PM (Brasília time) at Morumbis.

How was the training?

Coach Abel Ferreira initially led a technical session focused on ball possession and marking. Following that, the team engaged in an attack versus defense activity in the final third of the field and specific exercises for each position. The team will have one more training session on Saturday morning before the Choque-Rei.

Evangelista begins recovery after surgery

Midfielder Lucas Evangelista underwent surgery earlier this week and began treatment with Palmeiras' Health and Performance Center this Friday. The player had the procedure to correct a tendon injury suffered against Bahia on August 28. He is expected to return to the field only in 2026.

Khellven remains sidelined for Palmeiras

Right-back Khellven is expected to remain sidelined for Palmeiras. The player is recovering from a foot injury sustained in the game against River Plate in the Libertadores. As a result, Giay is likely to remain in the position.

In addition to Evangelista and Khellven, the list of absences includes forward Paulinho (right leg surgery). Other than that, Abel Ferreira is not expected to face further issues.

Palmeiras' situation in the Brasileirão

In the last round of the Brasileirão, Palmeiras defeated Vasco 3-0, with goals from Flaco López (twice) and Vitor Roque, at Allianz Parque. With this result, Verdão took the second place, with 52 points earned, continuing their pursuit of the leader Flamengo, who has 55.

Upcoming matches for Palmeiras

Match: São Paulo vs. Palmeiras Competition: Brazilian Championship (27th round) Date and time: 4 PM (Brasília time) Location: Morumbis, São Paulo (SP)

Match: Palmeiras vs. Juventude Competition: Brazilian Championship (27th round) Date and time: 7 PM (Brasília time) Location: Allianz Parque, São Paulo (SP)

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