Palmeiras intensified work at the Football Academy on Tuesday (July 7) and is already set to resume the season on July 22, facing Coritiba at 7:30 p.m. in the 19th round of the Brasileirão. Goalkeeper Carlos Miguel highlighted that the international break offers a rare preparation window for the second half of the campaign.

How are the training sessions organized?

The squad split the inter‑season into two high‑intensity shifts, mixing technical drills, tactical work and intra‑squad matches. "We have a very good time to work now in this inter‑season, we must make the most of it with the greatest care," Miguel explained. He emphasized the presence of specialized staff who manage every detail, ensuring the group returns to the field in top shape.

Why does the World Cup pause benefit the Green‑White?

Brazil has never before offered such a mid‑season interruption. "We've never had such a long break in the middle of the season in Brazil, and we are learning to use it," the keeper said. The pause allows injured players to recover, tactical systems to be refined, and squad cohesion to strengthen before the decisive phase.

What are Palmeiras' goals for the rest of the year?

Leading the Brasileirão and already through to the Libertadores and Copa do Brasil round of 16, the club aims for at least one national trophy. "We will fight until the last minute to, God willing, finish with victories. If needed, we will put our faces on the line, do whatever it takes to score or make a save," Miguel pledged, reinforcing a winning mindset.

How does Carlos Miguel stand out among the club's goalkeepers?

The keeper has logged 46 matches for the Green‑White, keeping a goals‑against average of 0.69 per game – the best in the club's recent history. He recorded 21 clean sheets (45% of his appearances), trailing only Weverton (48%) among 21st‑century custodians. His record makes him a defensive anchor for the upcoming campaign.

What follows the break?

With the Coritiba clash set for July 22, Palmeiras will enter competition rhythm with the confidence of a team that trained hard. The board expects the blend of physical preparation and mental focus to translate into goals, crucial saves and, above all, titles that cement the Alviverde's dominance in Brazilian football.