On alert: see which Palmeiras players risk missing the Flamengo clash | OneFootball

Palmeiras wants to maintain its isolated lead in the Brazilian Championship, and this Wednesday, will face Red Bull Bragantino, starting at 7pm (Brasília time), at Allianz Parque, for the 28th round of the national competition. The match comes before a direct duel for the top of the table, and Verdão is on alert regarding players at risk of suspension.

Abel Ferreira’s team has a list of five players at risk of suspension who, if they receive a third yellow card, will have to serve a suspension against Flamengo. The regional classic will take place next Sunday, at Maracanã.

Who is at risk of suspension for Palmeiras?

Of these, however, only the starters Weverton and Piquerez are expected to take the field for Palmeiras. Lucas Evangelista is recovering from surgery on his right thigh and is a definite absence. Aníbal Moreno and Facundo Torres will not be with the squad.

Both had been with the Argentine and Uruguayan national teams, respectively, and are not expected to be available for the match. Uruguay played on Monday in Malaysia. The short recovery time and long trip are reasons for Facundo’s absence. Meanwhile, Aníbal played for Argentina on Tuesday night.

Trio available after serving suspension against Juventude

On the other hand, Palmeiras has some relief. Gustavo Gómez, Emiliano Martínez, and Vitor Roque are available after serving suspension against Juventude. The first two played friendlies during this FIFA date and will not be available against Massa Bruta. The number 9, however, is a reinforcement for Abel and will only be suspended if he receives a red card.

Probable Palmeiras lineup

The probable Palmeiras lineup is: Weverton; Giay, Micael, Bruno Fuchs, Murilo, and Piquerez; Andreas Pereira, Mauricio, Felipe Anderson; Raphael Veiga, and Vitor Roque.

Palmeiras’ situation in the Brazilian Championship

Palmeiras is the isolated leader of the Brazilian Championship and is coming off three consecutive victories in the competition. The latest was a 4-1 win over Juventude at Allianz Parque, in a rescheduled match from the 12th round. With that, Verdão reached 58 points and opened up a three-point lead over second-placed Flamengo.

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