Palmeiras line-up: Abel Ferreira set for key returns against Botafogo | OneFootball

After the victory against Mirassol last Sunday (15), by 1 to 0 in the sixth round of the Brazilian Championship, Palmeiras returned to the Football Academy aiming for the match against Botafogo next Wednesday (18).

“Reinforcements” at Palmeiras

In advanced recovery, defender Murilo, after a sprain in his left knee, and forward Vitor Roque, absent due to trauma in his left ankle, trained with the group. Forward Paulinho, in the process of physical reconditioning, followed a schedule on the field with the Health and Performance Center.

Evangelista Speaks

Midfielder Lucas Evangelista highlighted the strength of Palmeiras' squad and preparation for the important match against Botafogo.

– First of all, the Allianz Parque pitch is like a carpet, not just us, but the Mirassol staff also praised it. It was very good to be back home and feel an even greater warmth from our fans. The three points were very important. I think we suffered a bit at the end due to fatigue, but a team that wants to be champion has to win, playing well or poorly. I'm sure these points will make a big difference in the future – he said.

– Even though we are in a very long sequence of games, we have a packed and good squad and we have to keep the level always high. We need to take the three points from yesterday and, with even more confidence, continue on Wednesday.

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