Who’s back? Bragantino clash could be another test for Palmeiras squad | OneFootball

The match against Red Bull Bragantino, for the 28th round of the Brazilian Championship, promises to be yet another test for the Palmeiras squad ahead of a decisive stretch in the season. Just like in the match against Juventude, coach Abel Ferreira is expected to continue with a list of absences. On the other hand, there is a confirmed return for the clash scheduled for this Wednesday at 7 p.m. (Brasília time), at Allianz Parque.

Forward Vitor Roque, who served a suspension in the 4-1 win over the team from Caxias do Sul, is once again available to Abel Ferreira. Also suspended in the last round, Gustavo Gómez and Emiliano Martínez are now free to play, but are not expected to be on the field.

The Medical Department Situation

Due to injury, Palmeiras has two confirmed absences: Paulinho (surgery on his right leg) and Lucas Evangelista (surgery on his right thigh). Both players continue their respective treatments and are only expected to return in 2026.

Will the Duo Return?

Right-back Khellven (foot trauma) and forward Ramón Sosa (edema in his left thigh) were also absentees against Juventude. The full-back has been out for a longer period. Both made progress in their recovery upon returning to training. Khellven worked separately on the field, while Sosa participated in only part of the training session.

The pair are doubtful, but the tendency is that they will remain unavailable.

Will the Called-Up Players Return in Time?

It is unlikely that Abel will be able to count on the five called-up players: Flaco López (Argentina), Aníbal Moreno (Argentina), Emiliano Martínez (Uruguay), Facundo Torres (Uruguay), and Gustavo Gómez (Paraguay).

Argentina faces Puerto Rico this Tuesday at 9 p.m. in Florida (USA). Coach Lionel Scaloni indicated that he should use the Argentine duo from Palmeiras in the match. Paraguay, in turn, faces South Korea in Seoul, also on the eve of the game, at 8 a.m., and Gómez is expected to start.

Uruguay, meanwhile, played their last friendly of this FIFA date on Monday morning in Malaysia, and beat Uzbekistan (2-1), with a goal from Facundo Torres. Emiliano Martínez was also on the field. However, the expectation of having them available for the match is low.

The return of the called-up players will depend on the logistics of their return and the physical condition they present upon arrival at Palmeiras. All will be evaluated by the Verdão Medical Department.

Palmeiras’ Situation in the Brasileirão

Palmeiras is the sole leader of the Brazilian Championship and is coming off three consecutive victories in the competition. The latest was a 4-1 thrashing of Juventude at Allianz Parque, in a rescheduled match from the 12th round. With that, Verdão reached 58 points and opened up a three-point lead over second-placed Flamengo.

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