Debut in Libertadores with new additions to the defense

This Wednesday (3), Palmeiras and San Lorenzo face each other in the 1st round of the Libertadores 2024 group stage, at Nuevo Gasologista, at 9:30 pm. For the match, there is an expectation for Gustavo Gómez to return to the team.

The Paraguayan defender fractured his toe in the classic against Corinthians and has been absent at Palmeiras since then. Thus, after going through the physical transition, Gómez is about to return to the field for Verdão.

There is still a doubt as to whether the captain will return in the next two decisive games: the Libertadores debut and the Paulista final. The tendency is for Abel Ferreira to spare some players and test another against San Lorenzo, so it is possible that Gómez will gain minutes.

Therefore, the athlete’s performance in Argentina must be definitive for the coach to select him or not in the final. If this happens, the Paraguayan would replace Marcos Rocha in defense, maintaining the three defenders formation.

Gustavo Gómez did not have a good start to the season, with some failures and being criticized by the fans. Therefore, it should also be tested in this sense, seeking to improve.

Endrick, Murilo and Raphael Veiga can be spared at Palmeiras

Abel Ferreira should promote rest for three main players in the current squad: Endrick, Murilo and Raphael Veiga.

The Portuguese believes that the two games with the Brazilian team made Endrick and Murilo wear out, mainly due to the trip.

Raphael Veiga, who is not doing well, could give a chance to Rômulo, who came from Novorizontino and is signed up for the Libertadores.

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