Atlético-MG working to recover injured players for Copa Sul-Americana final

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Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Atlético-MG working to recover injured players for Copa Sul-Americana final
Summary

Atlético-MG faces a tight timeline to get several injured players fit before the Copa Sudamericana final against Boca Juniors on November 21 in Barranquilla, Colombia. The club has just five games remaining in 2026 and needs to quickly recover key players, including Fred and Cassierra, who played through injuries in a recent 1-1 draw with Grêmio. Coach Eduardo Domínguez noted that other players, such as Ruan Tressoldi and Maycon, were available but did not play. A few players remain in treatment, with Thiago Borbas the closest to rejoining training. Atlético-MG's upcoming matches include a fixture against Mirassol on November 14, along with games against Corinthians, Vasco, and Bahia in the Brasileirão.

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  • •Atlético-MG has five games left in 2026.
  • •Copa Sudamericana final against Boca Juniors is on November 21.
  • •Fred and Cassierra played injured in the draw with Grêmio.
  • •Ruan Tressoldi and Maycon were available but did not play.
  • •Thiago Borbas is close to returning to training.
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  • 7:48 PMYahoo Sports — ⌚ Galo race against time to get players fit for Copa Sul-Americana final
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Atlético-MG have just five games left in 2026 and need to get several injured players fit again quickly. The main goal is to be at full strength for the CONMEBOL Sudamericana final against Boca Junio...

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