Team news: Pablo Maia trains, could return for derby v Corinthians | OneFootball

With training this Sunday (16) at the Barra Funda Training Center, Tricolor resumed preparations during this FIFA Date break for the classic match against Corinthians, which will be played next Thursday (20) at 7:30 PM (Brasília time) at Itaquerão, valid for the 34th round of the Brazilian Championship.

The squad's morning began with muscle strengthening exercises indoors. Next, the athletes moved to the field and went through the warm-up process with the physical trainers.

Then, the coaching staff led a ball possession activity in a reduced space. Afterwards, the players engaged in individual and group duels. Finally, a series of matches between three teams concluded another day of adjustments with an eye on the classic.

Midfielder Pablo Maia, following the plan for reintegration into the squad after suffering a tendon injury in his right foot, participated in all activities without restrictions.

If he regains his best physical form by Thursday, he will be guaranteed a spot in the lineup, as coach Hernán Crespo needs good news amidst the chaos of injury cases.

The probable Tricolor team is expected to be lined up in Itaquera with Rafael; Rafael Tolói (Ferraresi), Alan Franco, and Sabino; Maik (Cédric Soares), Luiz Gustavo, Pablo Maia, Bobadilla, and Ferreirinha (Patryck); Lucas (Tapia) and Luciano.

São Paulo will resume preparation for the classic this Monday (17).

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