CBF shares VAR audio from Flamengo v Palmeiras, ends Paulista protests | OneFootball

Palmeiras fans complained about an uncalled penalty and possible fouls before Flamengo’s goal

Flamengo beat Palmeiras 3–2 this Sunday (19), in the 29th round of the Brasileirão. After the match, the São Paulo team complained about a few incidents during the game, such as a possible penalty on Gustavo Gómez.

Amid Palmeiras’ complaints, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) released the audio from the plays reviewed by VAR.

What was the incident involving Gustavo Gómez?

Just three minutes into the first half, Palmeiras had a corner kick and Gustavo Gómez rose to head the ball. The Paraguayan even threw himself to the ground after being touched by Jorginho and ran toward Wilton Pereira Sampaio asking for a penalty. The referee, however, saw it as a normal play, as did VAR.

“For me this hand here is just a reference hand, there’s no impact. Wilton, you can play on. Both of his arms are extended, and he doesn’t flex with impact to push,” said the video referee.

Did Palmeiras complain about another incident?

In addition, another play happened at 37 minutes of the first half, before the penalty won by Pedro. That’s because Palmeiras players complained about a possible foul by the No. 9 on Bruno Fuchs, as well as an infraction by Danilo on Vitor Roque at the start of the move.

How was the match?

The first half was quite balanced, but Flamengo made better use of their chances. Arrascaeta opened the scoring for Mengão in the 10th minute, after a sensational pass from Pedro. Soon after, in the 24th minute, Vitor Roque leveled for Palmeiras.

After Palmeiras’ goal, however, Flamengo grew into the game and began to dominate proceedings. At 42 minutes of the first half, Jorginho converted a penalty with mastery to put Fla back in front, while Pedro extended the lead at 45’. Finally, Gustavo Gómez pulled one back in the final moments of the second half.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo now returns to the field this Wednesday (22) to face Racing (ARG). Kickoff is at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at the Maracanã, for the first leg of the Libertadores semifinal.

Thus, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring the best coverage on the internet via YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air) and GE TV (YouTube) will broadcast the Flamengo vs. Racing match.

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