Laila Pereira, president of Palmeiras, admitted that Alverde is going through a turbulent moment a few days before the Libertadores final against Flamengo scheduled for next Saturday (29).
Laila Pereira, president of Palmeiras, admitted that Alverde is going through a turbulent moment a few days before the Libertadores final against Flamengo scheduled for next Saturday (29).
During the CBF Academy event, held on Wednesday (26), the President of Palmeiras commented on the team’s current stage. Last Tuesday night (25), the team lost to Gremio with a score of 3-2, bringing it to five matches without a win in the Brazilian League and opening Rubro Negro five points at the top of the championship.
“We are in a state of turmoil. I am calm here, but I am angry (laughs). In these moments, the president must be rational, be calm and believe in the project. It is not the turmoil that will distract our focus from the final. We will arrive very strong.”Laila said.
Even in the face of possible defeat in the Libertadores final, the president stated that she intends to keep Abel Ferreira in charge of the team until the end of his term:
“Regardless of the Libertadores result, my wish is for my coach and director of football to continue until December 2027, when my term ends.”“Layla announced.