Derby line-up: full-back fit, Roger names Lucas’s replacement | OneFootball

São Paulo finished their preparations on the morning of this Friday (20th) for the derby against Palmeiras, for the eighth round of the Brazilian Championship, which will be played from 9:00 PM (Brasília time) this Saturday (21st) at Morumbi, with the leadership of the competition at stake.

After showing the players a video with information about the opponent and instructions for training, coach Roger Machado led a tactical 11-on-11 session, simulating different game situations.

Next, there was also a build-up exercise, with crossing and finishing plays.

Right-back Lucas Ramon, who was rested in the match against Atlético-MG this week, participated in all activities with the group, sealing his return to the starting eleven.

Forward Ryan Francisco, in the transition phase with physical preparation, joined the warm-up with his teammates and then did individual work.

Attacking midfielder Lucas, who suffered fractures in two ribs during the game against Atlético-MG, remained at home resting this Thursday.

Without Lucas, coach Roger Machado has two options to form the São Paulo team. He can either bet on the inclusion of Cauly, who naturally plays as an attacking midfielder, or take a chance with Tapia or Ferreirinha, adopting three forwards.

A possible lineup for Tricolor should be Rafael; Lucas Ramon, Alan Franco, Sabino and Enzo Díaz; Danielzinho, Bobadilla, Marcos Antônio and Cauly (Ferreirinha or Tapia); Luciano and Calleri.

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