Abel hints at surprise in Palmeiras in Libertadores final

Coach Abel Ferreira spared 11 players in the last game before the decisive final, hinting at a possible surprise in Palmeiras’ lineup against Flamengo. Abel stated, ‘It’s a final, where every piece can make a difference. The surprise could be the players’ dynamics.’ The likely starting lineup includes some spared players such as Carlos Miguel, Gustavo Gómez, and Murilo. Ferreira emphasized that there is little to hide at this stage, with both teams knowing each other well. Palmeiras has a history of positional surprises in finals, as seen with Gustavo Scarpa in the 2021 Libertadores final.