Analysis: Palmeiras put qualification on track in tainted match | OneFootball

Palmeiras thrashed Jacuipense 3-0 on Thursday night (23) at Allianz Parque, in the first leg of the 5th round of the Copa do Brasil, and all but secured a place in the competition’s round of 16. Sosa, twice, and Felipe Anderson scored for Verdão.

A good enough performance

Palmeiras took a big step toward qualification for the next stage of the national competition in a match marked by high physical intensity and incidents of indiscipline. Even with more possession and attacking play, Verdão found it difficult against an opponent that adopted an aggressive approach from the opening minutes.

The most worrying moment came in the 15th minute of the first half, when Vitor Roque left the field after a hard challenge. The forward, making his first start after about 30 days, had to be substituted early, affecting the team’s attacking rhythm.

The match remained scrappy and full of fouls. Still in the first half, the referee sent off Talisca for a violent challenge on Lucas Evangelista.

Even with difficulty turning pressure into clear chances, Palmeiras found their way to build the lead through penalties. The team was awarded two spot-kicks, both confidently converted by Ramón Sosa, who took center stage in the match.

What now?

Palmeiras return to action on Sunday (12) in the Brazilian Championship. Leaders of the national competition with a six-point advantage, Verdão face Red Bull Bragantino in Bragança Paulista at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time).

In the Copa do Brasil, the second leg will take place on May 13 at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), in Londrina, Paraná.

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