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Ceará lose three defenders, Gabriel Silva doubtful for Atlético-GO clash

Ceará's defensive crisis deepens ahead of Wednesday's Série B match against Atlético-GO: Thalisson, Pedro Gilmar and Éder are out injured, and Gabriel Silva left the field with pain on Saturday. Luizão and Júlio César are set to start, with Luiz Otávio on the bench.

What it means

• Thalisson, Pedro Gilmar and Éder are ruled out with injuries, all defenders.
• Gabriel Silva is doubtful after leaving the pitch with pain in the win over Sport.
• Luizão and Júlio César are expected to start in defense; Luiz Otávio should be available on the bench.

Model read

Ceará's already fragile defense is further weakened for the crucial relegation battle against Atlético-GO, with three regular defenders out and a fourth doubtful, forcing a makeshift backline.

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