Palmeiras under pressure as Paulistão offers chance to turn tide | OneFootball

Palmeiras debuts in the Campeonato Paulista this Saturday (10th), at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at Canindé, carrying not only the weight of tradition but also the responsibility to react after a series of poor results in 2025. The scenario presents the State Championship as an immediate opportunity to relieve the pressure on the team and on Abel Ferreira.

The Paulistão holds special significance in the Abel era. Since the arrival of the Portuguese coach, Palmeiras has played in all the finals of the competition: six consecutive decisions, with four titles won — five of these finals under Abel's command, resulting in three trophies. The consistency in the tournament has made the State Championship a territory of confidence for Verdão, something that contrasts with the recent moment.

The performance below expectations at the end of 2025, coupled with criticism about the team's performance and fluctuations, has increased the level of demands. Therefore, the debut takes on a symbolic character: more than three points, it represents a signal to the fans that the team can regain intensity, competitiveness, and prominence.

Abel Ferreira will face the challenge of managing squad changes, the early-season pace, and the pressure for quick responses. The coach has already shown, over the past few years, the ability to turn demands into competitive fuel — and the Paulistão, once again, emerges as a platform for rebuilding confidence.

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