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Internacional prepares for Brasileirão restart under coach Eduardo Baptista

Internacional is undergoing tactical and administrative preparations under new head coach Eduardo Baptista. Baptista has been officially registered by the CBF, clearing the way for his debut in the Campeonato Brasileiro.

During training sessions at CT Parque Gigante, Baptista has been testing various formations, including a 3-4-2-1 system. Notable tactical adjustments include the use of Thiago Maia in midfield and the potential deployment of Bruno Gomes as a wing-back within a three-man defensive line. The squad is also integrating young talents, such as 18-year-old attacker João Victor, into the professional setup.

The club faces a critical period in the Brasileirão, currently sitting in 18th place with 28 points. The team is preparing for a decisive upcoming match against Corinthians on October 7 at the Beira-Rio, followed by the Gre-Nal derby. Medical updates indicate that goalkeeper Sergio Rochet is recovering from surgery for a herniated disc, while other players like João Bezerra and Matheus Bahia are managing minor injuries.

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CBF · Corinthians · Eduardo Baptista · Internacional · Thiago Maia

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