Whoever advances will face the winner of Atlético-MG and River Plate who play tomorrow
The time has come to find out who will be the first semifinalist of the Copa Libertadores da América 2021. Palmeiras and São Paulo face off at 9:30 pm (Brasilia time), at Allianz Parque. Whoever wins the derby will face Atlético-MG or River Plate, who play this Wednesday at Mineirão.
Current champion of the continental competition, Palmeiras drew with their rival in the first leg, 1-1, at Estádio do Morumbi. A 0-0 tie guaranteed alviverde in the next round of Libertadores. In case of equality of places for the return trip, the place will be decided in penalties. With draws for 2-2 onwards, São Paulo qualifies.
After saving some holders in Saturday’s game, against Atlético-MG, for the Campeonato Brasileiro, coach Abel Ferreira is close to full strength. Recovered from a blow to his knee, Luiz Adriano trained normally in the last few days and could be an alternative for the offensive system. Up front, Wesley and Breno Lopes are speed options. Jorge and Vinícius Silvestre following forums.
In São Paulo, Crespo will have most of the starters rested for the game soon. Against Grêmio, only Tiago Volpi, Miranda and Reinaldo played the 90 minutes. In addition, it is likely that he will again have defender Arboleda among the 11. The coach’s bet to pass Palmeiras is on Rigoni, who has been the best player of the time this season. Eder, Marquinhos and Luciano participated in part of the last training session, but there are still doubts. Marquinhos and William are still injured and are out.
