Atlético-MG Lineup vs Ceará: Key Players and Absences for October 25 Match
On October 25, Atlético-MG will face Ceará in a critical Campeonato Brasileiro match. The game is scheduled for 16:00 (local time) at Arena MRV, located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. This match will be broadcasted on Premiere.
Current Standings and Recent Performance
As of now, Atlético-MG holds the 15th position in the league, accumulating 33 points. They are just two points above Vitória, the team sitting in the relegation zone. In their recent fixtures, Atlético-MG suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against Corinthians. However, they managed to secure a 1-1 draw with Del Valle in the first leg of the Copa Sul-Americana.
Key Players and Absences for Atlético-MG
Under the guidance of head coach Jorge Sampaoli, Atlético-MG will see the return of midfielder Patrick. He has recovered from a stress fracture in his lumbar spine and is set to participate. Notably, Patrick’s last match was against Ceará on June 1.
Injuries and Suspensions
- Injured Players: Lyanco, Cuello, Caio Maia, and Júnior Santos
- Suspended Player: Fausto Vera
Probable Lineup
The expected starting XI for Atlético-MG includes:
- Everson
- Saravia, Vitor Hugo, Alonso (Ruan Tressoldi), Guilherme Arana (Caio)
- Alan Franco, Igor Gomes, Gustavo Scarpa, Bernard (Biel)
- Dudu, Hulk (Rony)
Coach: Jorge Sampaoli
Ceará’s Expected Formation
Ceará will be managed by Léo Condé. Their probable lineup consists of:
- Bruno Ferreira
- Fabiano Souza, Marllon, Willian Machado, Matheus Bahia
- Fernando Sobral, Zanocelo, Vina
- Galeano, Fernandinho, Pedro Raul
Upcoming Matches for Atlético-MG
Following the match against Ceará, Atlético-MG has several key fixtures lined up:
- October 28, 21:30 – Atlético-MG vs. Independiente del Valle (Copa Sul-Americana, semifinal – second leg)
- November 2, 18:30 – Internacional vs. Atlético-MG (Campeonato Brasileiro)
- November 5, 20:00 – Atlético-MG vs. Bahia (Campeonato Brasileiro)
- November 8, 16:00 – Sport vs. Atlético-MG (Campeonato Brasileiro)
Conclusion
The upcoming clash between Atlético-MG and Ceará is crucial as both teams aim to improve their standings in the league. Fans can expect an intense match as Atlético-MG seeks to capitalize on the return of key players.
