Allan praises Palmeiras’ progress, eyes Paulista semi-final: “We’re going for it” | OneFootball

On Sunday, Palmeiras will compete in the semifinal of the Campeonato Paulista against São Paulo. Considered one of the main players in Abel Ferreira's team, midfielder Allan praised the team's synergy this season, celebrated his individual performance, and looked forward to the match taking place at Arena Crefisa Barueri, in Barueri (SP).

“It's a very important game, a classic, especially in a semifinal of the Campeonato Paulista. We know the magnitude and importance of these games and strive to work as hard as possible to be in matches like this. I believe the fans will do their part, creating a beautiful atmosphere for us, and we will consequently aim to play well and come away with the victory and qualification,” said the number 40.

Allan scored one of Palmeiras' goals in the 2-1 victory over Fluminense last Wednesday, in the fourth round of the Brazilian Championship. With this, he reached three goals this season and matched the mark of last year, his first as a professional.

“I am very happy with the sequence I have been having in the games, happy with the numbers I have been achieving. It is certainly very important to start the season like this, with goals, with great games, and I hope to contribute even more throughout the year,” continued the Academy Graduate.

This season, Allan has played in 12 of Palmeiras' 13 games, starting in ten of them. The player pointed out the differences between last season's squad and the current one, as well as praised Abel Ferreira's strategy.

“It's different from 2025, a year in which the squad was greatly changed. This year, we have already managed to gain more synergy, Abel has been changing the team's characteristics a lot in the games. It's important to start the season like this,” he concluded.

Palmeiras' Situation in the Paulista

Palmeiras advanced to the semifinal after eliminating Capivariano with a 4-0 thrashing. Abel Ferreira's team was the runner-up in the first phase, with 16 points. In total, there were five wins, two losses, and one draw.

Details of the Paulista Semifinal

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