The training of Atlético Mineiro prior to the final of the CONMEBOL Libertadores It developed normally, but included an unexpected incident between the players Deyverson y Eduardo Vargas. As seen in the short open-door period of practice, the forwards were involved in a situation that was not entirely clear: joke or short circuit?
During the training session this Friday morning, the players of the Enter They were warming up when this unexpected situation occurred. Although its exact nature was not specified, it was observed within the quarter of an hour allowed for the press in practice that Deyverson and the Chilean exchanged words before the Brazilian decided to walk away and continue with another group, ending the episode.
Although the Colombian Brahian Palacios intervened to dissuade them, but It was all a joke, according to the footballers’ publication on social networks. Deyverson cited the images and added emojis laughing at the alleged altercation.
Atlético-MG’s final training session before the match took place at the training center World Champions of Defense and Justicelocated 35 kilometers from the center of Buenos Aires. During this session, the press had limited access, being able to observe only the first 15 minutes, in which the players performed warm-ups and recreational exercises.
The situation between Deyverson and Vargasalthough brief, attracted attention due to the proximity of such an important match. Palacios’ intervention was key to preventing the incident from escalating, allowing the team to resume its concentration on the main objective: the final of the Libertadores. The duel will be tomorrow, starting at 5 p.m. (Argentine and Brazilian time), at the Monumental de Núñez stadium.
Gabriel Militocoach of Atléticofaces a strategic dilemma before the final of the Copa Libertadores contra Botafogo. The key decision is to choose fairly between Deyverson y Octavio to complete the lineup, according to information circulating in Brazilian media.
The return of Guilherme Arana to the countryside is one of the most notable news for those from Belo Horizonte. The left back, who can also play as a midfielder, has been sidelined since October 12 due to pain in his right ankle. However, their participation in the final is assured, which represents a significant reinforcement for the team.
The choice between Deyverson and Otávio is crucial for Milito. Deyverson has been a prominent figure in the Libertadores and has won the support of Argentine fans after a provocation in the semi-final against River Platewhere he expressed his support for Boca Juniors. However, Milito could opt for a more cautious strategy, which would mean Deyverson would start on the bench and Otávio would take his place on the field.
Additionally, the team will not have Matias Zarachowho is sidelined due to an injury to the back of his left thigh. Atlético Mineiro’s probable lineup for the final includes Everson; Lyanco, Rodrigo Battaglia, Junior Alonso; Gustavo Scarpa, Fausto Vera, Alan Franco, Guilherme Arana; Paulinho, Hulk y Deyverson u Octavio.
“Since I was a child I always watched football matches. Boca. I played against them on their field and the stadium, their swollenall that made me fall in love with Boca Juniors”said the 33-year-old forward.
And he added: “The fans, the stadium, the history for everything that Boca did in the world of soccerfor the idols which has like Maradonaas I already said. So, for us Brazilians it is easy to fall in love with Bocabecause of the way the fans sing that they don’t stop and they are there. If they are bad, they sing; If they are well, they sing too; If they are winning, they sing; If they are losing, they sing. So that made me fall in love with Boca”.
