Andreas Pereira: Vitória clash crucial for Palmeiras’ title hopes | OneFootball

This Tuesday, Palmeiras wrapped up preparations to face Vitória in an early match for the 37th round of the Brazilian Championship, on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Allianz Parque in São Paulo. After training, midfielder Andreas Pereira emphasized the importance of the game for the continuation of the national competition.

“We have to keep our focus on the next game. We know that a lot can happen and we have to do our part, give our best on the field in the next match and win. We respect all the teams that come here. We know that every team in Serie A has quality, but we also know our own quality and we will play tomorrow to win three more points and put pressure on the table,” said the player.

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In the first round, Palmeiras and Vitória faced each other at Barradão, in Salvador, and the match ended in a 2-2 draw. Now the teams meet in São Paulo and Andreas Pereira commented on the importance of playing in front of the fans.

“The support from the fans is very important, it will be the penultimate game of the season at Allianz Parque. We count on this support and will do our best on the field to secure the victory,” said Andreas, who served a suspension in the derby against Santos and returns to strengthen the team this round.

Palmeiras occupies second place in the Brasileirão standings, with 68 points—three fewer than leaders Flamengo, who pulled ahead after beating Sport and seeing Verdão stumble against Santos. Now, the alviverde squad is looking to get back to winning to stay in the fight for the competition title.

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