Lucas Evangelista starts fitness work in Palmeiras’ 2026 opener | OneFootball

Palmeiras began preparations for the 2026 season and held two activities this Tuesday (6th). In the morning, the players engaged in positional technical work with specific exercises for the attack and defense sectors, as well as duels in the final third of the field. In the afternoon, the squad had a tactical training session focusing on game situations and movements in reduced dimensions.

Players' Physical Transition

Midfielders Figueiredo and Lucas Evangelista started the physical transition process on the pitch. Signed from Botafogo, Marlon Freitas also worked with the squad, which included the presence of Abel Ferreira.

Midfielder Felipe Anderson, who suffered a sprained left ankle in the Libertadores final, and forward Paulinho, who underwent surgery on his right leg in July to correct a tibia fracture, continued internal work at the center of excellence under the care of the Health and Performance Unit. Both extended their treatment until December 23rd of last year to optimize recovery.

Palmeiras' Debut

Palmeiras will take the field next Saturday (10th) at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Canindé stadium to face Portuguesa, in a match marking the team's debut for the season.

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