time principal
1. The primary or starting squad of players representing a club or organization in competitive play, as opposed to reserve or substitute players
He finally made it to the main team after years in the youth academy.
Ele finalmente chegou à time principal após anos na academia de jovens.
2. The first-choice lineup or roster that typically plays in official matches
The main team will face their rivals this weekend.
A time principal enfrentará seus rivais neste fim de semana.
3. In corporate or organizational contexts, the core group responsible for primary operations or projects
She was promoted from the support staff to join the main team.
Ela foi promovida da equipe de apoio para integrar a time principal.
This term is widely used in Brazilian football culture where the distinction between the main professional squad and youth/reserve teams is significant. In sports contexts across both Brazil and the USA, 'main team' or 'first team' is essential terminology, with high prestige attached to being selected for main team play. The term reflects the hierarchical structure of professional sports organizations.
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