Decisive figure steers Palmeiras past Coritiba | OneFootball

Maurício struck in the ninth minute with a composed left-footed finish, launching Palmeiras to a 3-1 win over Coritiba. The forward's brace framed a first half that settled the contest.

He ghosted into the centre to sweep home after a sharp square ball from Ramón Sosa (9.), timing his run to prise open Coxa's defence.

He then doubled the advantage with another clean finish from the centre of the box after a rapid transition (19.), punishing space as Porco broke at speed.

After the restart he kept testing the goalkeeper, forcing a low stop with a left-footer (55.). Moments later, another effort from range drew a further save (56.). He finished with four shots on target from four attempts and one key pass, plus two interceptions and a regain in the attacking third, numbers that showed how Verdão played through him between the lines.

His movement into pockets and decisive box entries repeatedly pulled Coxa-Branca out of shape, ensuring the leaders controlled territory whenever they attacked at pace.

Verdão stay top and host Atlético Mineiro next. Coxa visit RB Bragantino.