Atlético-MG is in the final stages of preparation for the restart of the Brazilian Championship.

After the period without official matches, the fans want to know: what has coach Eduardo Domínguez changed in the team?

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The short answer is that the core of the squad has not gone through major upheavals in terms of personnel, but the team used the break to refine its chemistry and adjust important tactical details, according to information from ge.

Check it out below!

🏋️ The Midseason Strategy

Unlike other clubs that traveled for friendlies, Galo chose to stay at Cidade do Galo. The goal was clear: avoid physical wear and long trips, focusing energy on the grueling second-half schedule (Copa Sudamericana, Copa do Brasil, and the Brazilian Championship).

The team played only two closed-door training matches:

Against the U-20s: The coach rotated the squad heavily, using two completely different teams in each half to give everyone match rhythm.

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Against Betim (3-1 win): Domínguez already outlined what is considered the starting team, giving clear signs of the foundation he will use for the restart of the season.

♟️ The Tactical Setup and the Likely Lineup

The team’s main test showed an Atlético focused on structured build-up play and plenty of attacking freedom down the left flank.

How the team works with the ball:

The Defense: Lyanco took over the spot left by Júnior Alonso. In the build-up, the team forms a back three with Natanael, Ruan (or Tressoldi), and Lyanco.

Attack Down the Flanks: With the defense set in a three-man line, full-back Renan Lodi is given total freedom to push forward and operate almost like a left winger.

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The Midfield: Maycon acts as the main playmaker from deep (defensive midfielder), with Cissé a little further forward. Bernard drifts to the left side to combine with Lodi, while Victor Hugo floats through the middle and Cuello attacks down the right channel to supply Cassierra.

The Likely Starting XI:

Goalkeeper: Everson

Defense: Natanael, Ruan (Tressoldi), Lyanco, and Renan Lodi

Midfield: Maycon, Cissé, Bernard, and Victor Hugo

Attack: Cuello and Cassierra

Note: The Ecuadorians Alan Franco (personal reasons) and Minda (only returned on Wednesday) did not take part in these first tests as starters after the World Cup. On the bench, names such as Alexsander, Pérez, Igor Gomes, Reinier, and Dudu remain immediate options.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.