Everson out? Atlético-MG goalkeeper is a doubt for the derby against.

On Tuesday (1st), the decisive derby between Atlético-MG and Cruzeiro in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals takes center stage as goalkeeper Everson remains a doubt. The situation arose after the left foot injury the athlete suffered in the first leg, held at the Mineirão.

Everson's injury in the first leg

During the first leg, Everson collided with Cruzeiro forward Bruno Rodrigues and suffered a left foot injury. Because of this, he missed the match against Vitória in the Brasileirão and remains a doubt for the second-leg derby.

Everson's track record against Cruzeiro

Since arriving at Galo, Everson has played in 20 derbies against Cruzeiro, racking up eight wins, six draws, and six defeats for Atlético-MG. His number of appearances against their rival makes him one of the key figures in matches between the two teams.

Gabriel Delfim as the likely replacement

A product of Atlético-MG's youth academy, Gabriel Delfim is tipped as Everson's likely replacement. He started in the 3-1 victory over Vitória and declared he is ready to step into goal if needed.

Importance of the derby for the Copa do Brasil

The second leg will be played at the Arena MRV, starting at 9:00 p.m. (Brasília time). A simple win is enough to advance to the semifinals, where the winner will face Grêmio or Internacional. The prize money for the advancing team reaches R$ 4 million, according to the Brazilian Football Confederation.

Expectations and atmosphere within the club

At Cidade do Galo, concern over Everson's absence is evident, and coach Paulo Vinícius Coelho (PVC) trusts Gabriel Delfim to take on the responsibility. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro enters the derby with a slight advantage, backed by their track record at the Arena MRV.

With information from CNN Brasil, UOL.