Best record, Palmeiras face Corinthians in Brasileirão U20 quarters | OneFootball

Palmeiras were beaten 3-1 by Cuiabá this Wednesday (1) at Arena Crefisa Barueri, in the 19th and final round of the qualifying stage of the Brazilian Under-20 Championship. The only goal for the Crias da Academia was scored by João Mendonça.

Despite the setback, Verdão finished the first phase as the outright leaders of the competition with 44 points. The campaign of Allan Barcellos’ side was consistent: 13 wins, five draws, and just one defeat in 19 matches, along with an efficient attack that scored 54 goals and a defense that conceded 23. The standout individual remains Felipe Teresa, the tournament’s top scorer with 13 goals.

Derby in the knockout stage

Palmeiras will now face a derby in the quarterfinals. Their opponent will be Corinthians, who finished the opening phase in eighth place. The tie will be played over two legs, with the first match taking place at their rivals’ home next week. The matches are set to be played in the weeks of 8/7 and 15/7, though the dates are still to be confirmed by the CBF.

The current two-time champions of the competition, Verdão are aiming to win their fifth Brazilian Under-20 Championship title. The team has already lifted the trophy in 2018, 2022, 2024, and 2025, cementing themselves as one of the biggest forces in the category in the country.

While preparing for the national knockout stage, Palmeiras also remain firmly in the hunt in the Paulista Under-20 Championship. After thrashing Audax 4-0 in the last round, the Crias da Academia return to the field next Sunday (5) at 10 a.m. to face Porto Foot Ball at Estádio Ferreirão in Porto Ferreira.

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