Palmeiras ready for Bahia clash, likely line-up changes expected | OneFootball

The Palmeiras finished their preparation on Saturday morning for the game against Bahia, which takes place this Sunday, at 4 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador (BA), for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship. Coach Abel Ferreira is expected to make changes to the team.

Before taking the field, the players watched a video prepared by the coaching staff. Then, they conducted tactical rehearsals on the football academy's pitch. Some athletes improved their finishing and free-kick and penalty shooting.

Will Gómez and Khellven play?

Coach Abel Ferreira is expected to make at least two changes to his team. Defender Gustavo Gómez participated with restrictions in the activities due to a swelling in the eye area caused by a blow received in the 3-1 victory over River Plate. Therefore, Gómez is likely to be rested. Thus, Bruno Fuchs is expected to take his place.

Meanwhile, right-back Khellven, with a foot injury, followed a schedule in the internal part of the center of excellence. The number 12 was a starter in the midweek match that qualified Verdão for the Libertadores semi-finals. In Khellven's absence, Giay will start the game.

Possible Palmeiras Lineup

Weverton; Giay, Bruno Fuchs, Murilo and Piquerez; Aníbal Moreno (Emiliano Martínez), Lucas Evangelista, Andreas Pereira and Felipe Anderson; Flaco López and Vitor Roque.

Absences: Paulinho (right leg surgery) and Micael (suspended) Doubts: Gustavo Gómez (eye swelling) and Khellven (foot injury) Booked: Weverton, Gustavo Gómez, Piquerez, Lucas Evangelista, Vitor Roque, Facundo Torres, Emiliano Martínez and Vitor Castanheira (assistant coach)

Palmeiras' Situation in the Brazilian Championship

Palmeiras is in third place in the Brazilian Championship table, with 49 points. Verdão is two points behind the leader Flamengo, but also has one game in hand. In addition, the team is defending an unbeaten run of 11 matches in the national competition, with eight wins and three draws.

Upcoming Palmeiras Matches

Match: Bahia vs Palmeiras Competition: Brazilian Championship (25th round) Date and time: September 28 (Sunday), at 4 pm (Brasília time) Location: Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador (BA)

Match: Palmeiras vs Vasco Competition: Brazilian Championship (26th round) Date and time: October 1 (Wednesday), at 7 pm (Brasília time) Location: Allianz Parque, in São Paulo (SP)

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