The Brazilian team trained this Saturday at Orlando with the absence of striker Vinicius Junior on the main field. The Real Madrid player was spared from collective activity after experiencing pain from physical exhaustion in the game against França. Ele remained at the training center performing exercises in the gym and treatment sessions. Exames carried out on Friday did not indicate any muscular or structural injury to the athlete.
The technical committee opted for the preventive preservation of the number 10 shirt. The measure aims to avoid worsening the fatigue accumulated in the European season. Fontes close to the team indicate that Vinicius Junior should be available for the friendly against Croácia next Tuesday. The duel marks the team’s last commitment before the final call-up for the Copa of the Mundo.
Preservation of Vinicius Junior follows precautionary protocol
The decision to save Vinicius Junior from collective training was in line with the planning of the Carlo Ancelotti technical committee. The attacker was even seen on CT wearing sneakers during part of the program. Ele completed specific work at the gym and then underwent individualized physical therapy treatment.
Confederação Brasileira of Futebol avoided any unnecessary risks with the group’s main offensive name. Real Madrid also closely monitors the player’s situation. The Spanish club has decisive commitments in the quarter-finals of Champions League against Bayern of Munique in the first week of April. The departure is scheduled for the 7th in Madri.
- The technical committee carried out daily assessments of the physical state of Vinicius Junior.
- Imaging tests ruled out injury after the confrontation with França.
- The focus remains on full recovery for Tuesday’s duel.
- The trend is for gradual release for light activities in the coming days.
Marquinhos returns to the field after missing against França
Defender Marquinhos, who was left out of the friendly against França due to pain in the hip region, participated normally in training this Saturday. The Paris Saint-Germain defender carried out activities on the field with the rest of the squad. Ele completed the exercises without apparent restrictions and showed good movement.
The recovery of Marquinhos represents a relief for the Brazilian defense. The player had felt discomfort before Thursday’s match and was preserved as a precautionary measure. Sua presence on the field this Saturday indicates progress in the physical situation and increases the options for the Italian coach.
The gradual return of Marquinhos strengthens the defensive system. Ele is an important part of the structure assembled by Ancelotti. The technical committee carefully observed his integration into the group’s tactical and physical work.
Cuts of Raphinha and Wesley change options for the friendly
The Brazilian team confirmed on Friday the cut of Raphinha and Wesley for the game against Croácia. Ambos suffered muscle injuries in the posterior region of the right thigh during the duel with França. The exams confirmed the problem and prevented them from continuing their preparation in Orlando.
These absences reduce the alternatives in attack and on the right flank. Raphinha, from Barcelona, had participated in part of the game against the French before feeling the discomfort. Wesley, right-back, also left the field with muscle complaints. The technical committee decided not to call up immediate substitutes for the last friendly match of Data Fifa.
The team remains fully focused on preparing for Tuesday. The available group continues working on the CT at Orlando to adjust tactical details. The friendly against Croácia will be played at Camping World Stadium, starting at 9pm local time.
Preparation for Croácia marks last test before Copa list
The match against Croácia gains importance as a final assessment before being called up for Copa from Mundo. The definitive list will be announced on May 18th. Ancelotti uses these commitments to observe the collective and individual performance of the selected athletes.
Training in Orlando allowed adjustments in the formation and recovery of players. The technical committee divided the work between physical, tactical and regenerative activities. The objective is to reach Tuesday’s duel with the most balanced squad possible.
Vinicius Junior remains an offensive reference even with the preservation of this Saturday. Sua presence on the field, if confirmed, should influence the scheme put together to face Croácia. Marquinhos, in turn, reinforces the defense and brings experience to the sector.
The Brazilian team seeks to improve its performance after the result against França. The team worked on transition and marking aspects during the sessions on American soil. The friendly match in Orlando also serves as an opportunity to test combinations between the available athletes.
