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Looking ahead to the match against Bahia, there are critical absences that will harm Palmeiras significantly. Key players Mike and Richard Hills will be sidelined due to suspension, while Gustavo Gomes may also miss the game due to international duties with Paraguay. His potential exhaustion from playing in high-altitude conditions could prevent him from being available.
The biggest loss, however, is the absence of Estevão, arguably the best player in the Brazilian Championship and a pivotal part of Palmeiras’ campaign. Estevão’s contributions have directly resulted in an impressive number of points for the team, with his absence creating a void that could affect their performance severely.