Palmeiras’ 3-0 win against Corinthians gives him extra motivation to visit Emelec this Thursday, on the third day of Group A of the Copa Libertadores. Therefore, their players do not hesitate to say that the intention in Guayaquil is to win to ensure qualification for the next round.
Those led by Abel Ferreira held their last practice this Monday and in the afternoon they will leave for Guayaquil.
“It will be a difficult rival (Emelec) and we are going with the intention of having a good game and, if possible, coming back with the three points. We won two in the competition (against Deportivo Táchira and Independiente Petrolero) and if we win this match, we will be calm in the table”, said defender Mayke.
While the attacker Wesley agreed with his partner in the objective of staying with his group and also take advantage when his squad has the locality.
“The objective in the Libertadores is to finish with the best campaign in the first phase and have the advantage of playing the games at home. We know that the strength of our home wins games, that’s why it can be very important”, indicated the striker.
“We are going to work and arrive well to play a difficult game like it will be in Ecuador, win the three points and maintain 100% success,” added Wesley.
Due to the tight match schedule, coach Abel Ferreira indicated that he will make changes to his starting squad to visit Guayaquil.
According to the Brazilian press, Palmeiras would form against the Blues with Weverton; Mayke, Kuscevic, Gustavo Gomez, Jorge; Danilo (Breno Lopes), Jailson, Atuesta; Gabriel Verón, Wesley and Rafael Navarro.
This Tuesday, the green team will train, at 4:00 p.m., at the Monumental Banco Pichincha stadium in Barcelona SC. (D)
Source: Eluniverso
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