Allan nets first Allianz goal, thanks Andreas for "unusual" assist

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·19 March 2026

Allan nets first Allianz goal, thanks Andreas for "unusual" assist

Palmeiras defeated Botafogo 2-1 last Wednesday and took the lead in the Brazilian Championship. Allan, who scored one of Palmeiras' goals, celebrated his first goal at Allianz Parque. The attacking midfielder also thanked his teammate Andreas Pereira for the assist.

“I am very happy with the goal, even with the unusual way it happened (laughs). But I thank God for my first goal at Allianz Parque. It’s a place where I feel very good, I feel at home, and I’m very happy to score,” said the attacking midfielder.

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At eight minutes into the first half, Flaco López crossed to Andreas Pereira, who shot at the goal and, with a deflection from Allan, scored Palmeiras' first goal. In the match report, the goal was credited to the attacking midfielder, who thanked the midfielder for the “unusual” assist.

“I spoke with Andreas quickly, thanked him for the assist. I commented with him, we had a laugh. He said he prefers the assist and I liked the goal, so it’s great. We made that deal. The goal was credited to me, but the most important thing is helping Palmeiras,” Allan continued.

Allan celebrates the lead

The attacking midfielder also celebrated leading the Brazilian Championship. With São Paulo's defeat to Atlético-MG, Palmeiras regained the top spot with the victory over Botafogo.

“Staying in the lead at the start of the championship is very important for the rest of the season, it gives the team a lot of confidence. I believe the team is also well-aligned, everyone helping each other. I trust we will have a good season,” concluded the player.

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