Abel praises Palmeiras' efficiency in the Derby, hails Arias signing | OneFootball

Without a win at Neo Química Arena for almost four years, Palmeiras managed to defeat Corinthians in Itaquera this Sunday. Coach Abel Ferreira highlighted the efficiency of the Alviverde, who made the most of their few chances away from home, and also praised the signing of Colombian midfielder Jhon Arias.

“We knew it was going to be a tough game. It’s always difficult to play here in Itaquera, I’ve already said that this is a pitch unlike any other in Brazil. Therefore, Corinthians have this advantage, a very big advantage because it’s a pitch completely different from all the others. We know this, how hard it is to play here, not only because it’s a strong club, but also because they were super motivated by another title they’ve won. We knew it would be tough, but I think (our) efficiency prevailed,” said the coach.

Despite having created only two real chances to score, Palmeiras managed to capitalize on the second, with Flaco López, and won the game 1-0. Abel Ferreira regretted the missed chance by Luighi, but once again emphasized the difficulty of facing Corinthians.

“As the game went on, I think we got better and better in the match. Even in the second half we had a clear opportunity with Luighi, who was one-on-one with the goalkeeper, (he just needed) a little more maturity, which he’ll gain over time. It was a tough win, a tough opponent, but we competed as Palmeiras demands,” he added.

Arias is a Palmeiras player!

The coach also celebrated the arrival of Jhon Arias, who was at Wolverhampton Wanderers in England. Abel emphasized that the signing of the Colombian was led by Leila Pereira, the current president of Palmeiras.

“I know the club is making a huge effort to go after signings. When we talk about players of this level, it’s a signing by the president. From scouting, the coach and Barros, it’s (Flaco) López, it’s Ríos, Murilo… Players like Vitor Roque, Andreas and now Arias, those are the president’s signings,” he concluded.

Standings

The victory qualified Palmeiras and put them in second place in the State Championship table, with 15 points. Now, Verdão goes into the final round aiming for the overall lead in the Campeonato Paulista. The leader is Novorizontino, with 16 points.

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