Portuguesa clear final players from the medical department | OneFootball

This Thursday, Portuguesa released the last two players who were undergoing recovery in the club’s medical department. Left-back Lucas Hipólito and midfielder Marcelo Freitas are now available to the coaching staff.

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Injury Details

Lucas Hipólito was diagnosed with a ligament injury in his left knee in November 2025. Marcelo Freitas, meanwhile, has not played since August of last year due to a muscle problem in his thigh. The athletes have been cleared for on-field activities and are already training normally with the squad.

Marcelo Freitas’ Statement

Upon his return to the pitch, Marcelo Freitas spoke about the work of the Sports Science Center at Portuguesa and celebrated his comeback.

“It was a period of a lot of hard work and dedication. I am very grateful to everyone [at the Sports Science Center] for their care and trust. Returning to training with the group and having the chance to defend this shirt in the Paulistão is the fulfillment of a dream. I am very happy for this moment,” he said.

Next Match

Lusa returns to the field this Saturday, against Velo Clube, for the third round of the Campeonato Paulista. The match will take place at the Canindé stadium at 5 p.m. (Brasília time).

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