Palmeiras vs LDU: Lineups for Libertadores Semifinal Revealed
Palmeiras and LDU have announced their lineups for the pivotal Libertadores semifinal match. This second leg is set for Thursday, October 30, at Allianz Parque in São Paulo.
Palmeiras’ Lineup for the Semifinal
Palmeiras made several changes from the first match in Quito, where they lost 3-0. Key players such as Raphael Veiga and Emiliano Martínez have not retained their starting positions.
- Goalkeeper: Carlos Miguel
- Defenders: Murilo, Gomes, Fuchs
- Midfielders: Allan, Mauricio, Andreas, Sosa, Piquerez
- Forwards: Flaco Lopez, Vitor Roque
Aníbal Moreno, who is recovering from a thigh injury, could be on the bench. However, Lucas Evangelista, Paulinho, and Weverton are sidelined due to injuries.
Key Return to the Team
Piquerez returns to the starting lineup after serving his suspension during the previous match against Cruzeiro in the Campeonato Brasileiro.
LDU’s Squad for the Semifinal
LDU, managed by their coaching staff, will also face challenges. They will be without Bryan Ramírez, who was red-carded in the first leg.
- Goalkeeper: Domínguez
- Defenders: Cuero, Adé, Mina
- Midfielders: Quintero, Quiñónez, Gruezo, Villamil
- Forwards: Cornejo, Alzugaray, Medina
Match Context
Palmeiras enters this match needing to overturn a challenging 3-0 deficit. The first leg saw goals from Villamíl, Alzugaray, and Bryan Ramírez for LDU.
This crucial showdown kicks off at 21:30 Brasília time, as Palmeiras looks to secure a path to the Libertadores final.
