Palmeiras will be without another key player for their upcoming match against Cruzeiro, scheduled for next Saturday (16) at Arena Barueri in the 16th round of the Brasileirão. Forward Allan, who entered the field against Remo already carrying a yellow card, received a caution and must serve an automatic suspension.
On the bright side, head coach Abel Ferreira is set to return to the sidelines after completing a seven-match ban in the competition, a punishment stemming from red cards against São Paulo and Fluminense.
Allan was shown a yellow card by referee Rafael Klein at the 32nd minute of the first half. In the play, Andreas Pereira misplayed a pass, and the forward, attempting to recover the ball, slid into Patrick, who was about to advance towards the penalty area. The foul resulted in a booking for the number 40 shirt.
The young attacker has been one of the most frequently used players for Verdão in 2026. With Allan sidelined, the coaching staff may turn to alternatives such as Mauricio and Felipe Anderson, who have seen less starting time recently.
Beyond Allan, Palmeiras have seven other players on the verge of suspension for the clash against Cruzeiro: Carlos Miguel, Giay, Khellven, Andreas Pereira, Luighi, and Sosa. Three others remain out due to injuries: Vitor Roque, Piquerez, and Arthur.
Palmeiras leads the Brasileirão with 34 points, but their advantage over second-placed Flamengo—who have a game in hand—has been trimmed to four points after the latest round. Before facing the Minas Gerais side, Abel Ferreira’s team will play a Copa do Brasil match on Wednesday (13) at Estádio do Café, the second leg of the fifth round against Jacuipense.
