Hulk Returns as Atlético Confirms Lineup Against Santos
Atlético travels to Vila Belmiro to face Santos on Saturday, June 11th. Kickoff is scheduled for 20:00 in the 11th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro. Coach Eduardo Domínguez named a full-strength team after rotating players midweek.
Team selection and notable returns
Several players who skipped the trip to Venezuela are back in the starting eleven. Hulk returns to the front line alongside Victor Hugo, Renan Lodi, Ruan Tressoldi and Alan Franco.
Players who were on the bench in the previous match are also available. Natanael, Tomás Pérez, Reinier and Cuello make up part of the matchday squad.
Confirmed starting lineup
- Goalkeeper: Everson
- Defence: Natanael, Ruan Tressoldi, Lyanco, Renan Lodi
- Midfield: Tomás Pérez, Alan Franco, Victor Hugo
- Attack: Cuello, Reinier, Hulk
Form and recent results
Atlético arrives with momentum in the league. They have won their last two Brasileiro fixtures, against Chapecoense and Athletico-PR.
However, Atlético lost their Copa Sudamericana opener at home to Puerto Cabello of Venezuela. The midweek defeat interrupted their recent streak.
Santos outlook
Santos also suffered a loss in its Sudamericana debut. Deportivo Cuenca from Ecuador beat them in that opening match.
In the Brasileirão, Santos fell to Flamengo in the previous round. Both teams will seek improvement at Vila Belmiro.
Filmogaz.com will monitor team news and lineup updates ahead of kickoff. Expect tactical adjustments from Eduardo Domínguez and a hungry Santos side.
