Giay eyes Palmeiras chance, relishes Paulista semi-final derby | OneFootball

The right-back Giay appreciated the opportunities he received in the recent games for Palmeiras. The player ended up becoming a substitute in the position after the arrival of Khellven, but he continues to receive minutes, especially with the squad management by coach Abel Ferreira at the start of the season.

Last Wednesday, for example, Giay replaced Khellven around the 15th minute of the second half and stayed on the field until the end in Palmeiras' 2-1 victory over Fluminense at Arena Barueri, during the fourth round of the Brazilian Championship.

“We have a very large and good squad, and everyone is prepared to play when the moment comes. Yesterday I was able to come on and help the team, which needed to defend and neutralize Fluminense's wingers. I think it was a good victory and everyone played well and did their part, both those who started the match and those who came in later. It's important for everyone to be prepared,” said the player.

Palmeiras shifts focus to Paulista semi-final

After the victory over Fluminense, Palmeiras has already shifted focus and started preparations for the semi-final of the Paulista Championship against São Paulo, on Thursday morning.

Eyeing an opportunity as a starter, Giay looked ahead to the Choque-Rei, which will be the second of the season. In the first, Verdão came out on top by defeating the rival at home, 1-0, in the first phase of the Paulista.

“Now it's a semi-final, a classic, and these are beautiful games that every player wants to play. Everyone has to be prepared, and whoever plays, we will give our best to reach another final,” concluded Giay.

Palmeiras and São Paulo will face each other this Sunday at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at Arena Barueri, in search of a spot in the Paulistão final.

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