World Cup finalist Flaco Lopez to miss Palmeiras matches for rest
After reaching the World Cup final with Argentina, Palmeiras striker Flaco Lopez will be given a rest period before returning to club duties.
Palmeiras striker Flaco Lopez, who reached the World Cup final with Argentina, will be granted a period of rest before rejoining training at the club's academy. The club confirmed the forward requires recovery time after being away with his national team for over a month.
This decision means the Argentine will miss the start of the Brasileirao's second half, specifically the upcoming matches against Coritiba, Atletico-MG, and Vitoria. The club has followed a similar protocol for other squad members returning from international duty throughout the tournament.
Lopez remains the only player from the Brazilian league to reach the final of this World Cup. During the tournament, he made brief appearances, including an assist during the knockout stages against Switzerland.
The club anticipates his return in time for the Copa do Brasil Round of 16 first leg against Fortaleza on August 2.