Palhinha will be on the bench for the match against Gil Vicente, a decision aimed at managing his playing minutes so he is available for the upcoming fixtures against Milan and FC Porto, where he intends to complete 180 minutes.
Team rotation is one of the main concerns for the coaching staff at this moment, allowing them to preserve the most important players for the more demanding matches ahead.
Yellow card management is another factor considered in this decision, preventing Palhinha from risking a suspension at a decisive moment of the season.
The defensive response on the wings is also being evaluated by the coaching staff, who are looking to find the best tactical balance for the upcoming matches in order to maintain the team's defensive solidity.
