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Palmeiras has reached the World Cup break in high spirits, with the Paulista Championship reconquered and a solid lead in the Brazilian Championship. Abel Ferreira's team has a robust squad, which was reinforced with the signings of Marlon Freitas and Jhon Arias.
Who are the new signings?
Marlon Freitas and Jhon Arias are the two main reinforcements for Palmeiras in the first half of 2026. Marlon Freitas arrived at the club in December and has already won the Paulista Championship as a key player.
How are they doing?
Marlon Freitas has accumulated minutes in the team and has functioned as a pillar, both for the defense and attack transition and for the mental aspect of Palmeiras. Jhon Arias is also standing out, with six goals and two assists in 25 games.
What do the numbers say?
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Points in the Brazilian Championship | 76 |
| Position in the Brazilian Championship | 2nd |
| Goals scored | 66 |
| Goals conceded | 33 |
| Goal difference | +33 |
Palmeiras is in a good position to compete for the Brazilian Championship title, and the signings of Marlon Freitas and Jhon Arias were crucial for this. The team is on a streak of two consecutive wins and seeks to maintain the good form for the rest of the championship.
What's next?
Palmeiras will have a new signing for the second half, with the hiring of defender Alexander Barboza for around R$ 20 million. The team also seeks to maintain the good form and win the Brazilian Championship title, which is just 3 points away.
The next game for Palmeiras will be against Internacional, at home, on August 9. The team seeks to maintain the good form and win to stay in the title fight.
