Santos Excludes Igor Vinícius, Barreal from Bragantino Showdown

Santos Excludes Igor Vinícius, Barreal from Bragantino Showdown

Santos has announced its lineup for the upcoming match against Bragantino in the fifth round of the Campeonato Paulista. Notably, Igor Vinícius and Álvaro Barreal will not participate in this match.

Match Details

The match is scheduled for Sunday at 16:00 Brasília time. It will take place at the Neo Química Arena, providing an exciting backdrop for the game.

Squad Changes

Coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda decided to rest both Vinícius and Barreal, who have been key players early in the season. Barreal is dealing with a minor hip injury following Saturday’s training, though it is not expected to affect his availability for future matches.

Key Players on the Bench

Several regular players who have been prominent in the earlier matches may also start on the bench. This list includes:

  • Zé Ivaldo (centre-back)
  • Willian Arão (midfielder)
  • Benjamín Rollheiser (forward)

Additions to the Squad

In a strategic move, Vojvoda has reintroduced Tomás Rincón and forward Gustavo Caballero to the squad. Additionally, right-back JP Chermont and striker Rafael Freitas might get their first game time of the year.

As Santos prepares for this important clash, maintaining squad depth and managing player fitness will be crucial for their success in the tournament.