The Athletico-PR prepares to face the Cascavel on Wednesday (12), in match valid for the penultimate round of the first round of the Paranaense Championship 2025.
Technician Maurício Barbieri evaluates changes in the starting team, highlighting the possible entry of a couple of attackers who have been winning the cheer for their charisma and dynamism in the field.
The absence of Luiz Fernando, suspended for accumulation of yellow cards, makes room for testing in the offensive sector, with Isaac, Leozinho and Velasco being options to compose the attack.
Hurricane comes to the game as the leader of the competition, with 18 points and undefeated in six matches. In addition, the team boasts the best attack of the tournament, with 18 goals scored in nine games.
Athletic attention points
However, Barbieri seeks to improve defensive performance, since Athletico is not the strongest team in this sector, having suffered goals in almost all games, except in the goalless draw against the Coritiba, in match played in Couto Pereira.
Another point of attention is the recovery of Zapelli, an important cast piece, who is recovering from a sprain. Meanwhile, the hiring of defender Tobias Figueiredo is underway, aiming to strengthen the defense.
The game against Cascavel, scheduled for 8:30 at the Ligga Arena, will be an opportunity to test new strategies and consolidate the team for the next stages of the competition.
