Paulinho scores twice as Palmeiras thrash Mauaense in training game | OneFootball

Palmeiras continued its mid-season training camp this Wednesday (1st) with a practice match against Mauaense at the Football Academy and won 6-0. The main highlight of the session was Paulinho, who scored two goals in just 30 minutes on the field, reinforcing the progress of the No. 10 in his physical recovery.

In addition to Paulinho, Heittor, Riquelme, Luighi, and Allan also scored for Verdão.

The team initially lined up by Abel Ferreira featured Carlos Miguel; Khellven, Fuchs, Koné, and André Lucas; Larson (Coutinho), Andreas Pereira, Vitor Gabriel, and Paulinho (Eduardo); Erick Belé and Heittor.

In the second half, the coach introduced a new lineup with Kaique (Lomba); João Gabriel, Murilo, Benedetti, and Arthur; Luis Pacheco, Felipe Anderson, Allan, and Riquelme; Felipe Tereza and Luighi.

Paulinho should get more minutes

After playing 30 minutes in the practice match, Paulinho continues his physical progression. As reported by NOSSO PALESTRA, the internal expectation is that the No. 10 will begin playing more than 45 minutes in matches during the second half of the season, gradually increasing his workload until he reaches ideal condition.

The coaching staff is proceeding cautiously to avoid risks and ensure the forward is fully prepared for the decisive stretch of the season, which includes the Brazilian Championship, the Libertadores, and the Copa do Brasil.

Individual work

Not all players took part in the session as usual. Vitor Roque, Lucas Evangelista, and Barboza continued with individualized recovery programs.

Marlon Freitas and Giay, who returned this Wednesday, only did physical work and were not used in the practice match.

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