After recreational training and set-piece training this morning at Gávea, coach Caio Júnior confirmed the return of captain Fábio Luciano for tomorrow's match against Atlético-MG at Mineirão Stadium. Luizinho is also getting a chance, as Léo Moura received his third yellow card and is serving an automatic suspension. The Rubro-Negro manager's biggest question mark is the midfield.

-"I've always repeated the lineup. Now Fábio Luciano is back, I have the option of Toró, but I'm not going to confirm the team. I'm going to analyze Atlético-MG to decide. Luizinho comes in for Léo Moura. I'm not confirming Toró due to Kleberson's good performance and the chance of having Ibson."

For Caio Júnior, the Minas Gerais team is very strong playing at Mineirão.

-“At home, Atlético-MG is very strong, they always have the support of the fans, they are a fast team and it will perhaps be one of the most difficult games away from home.”

The red-black coach celebrated Ibson's stay at Gávea for another year.

"We're all happy that Ibson is staying. Besides being a great player, he's well-liked by his teammates, has charisma and leadership, and we're stronger with him. Once he's registered, he'll play. He's continued training and is doing well. I just don't know if he'll have time."

Caio Júnior recalled that the options on the bench can make a difference in the Brazilian Championship.

"We still have several players suspended. Chances will come for everyone. The difference lies in having options on the bench. Against Sport and Ipatinga, the players who came on decided the outcome."