Luighi scores as Palmeiras edge Referência in Paulista U20 last 16 | OneFootball

The under-20 team of Palmeiras gained an advantage in the round of 16 of the Campeonato Paulista of the category. This Friday, Verdão defeated Referência 2-0 at Hermínio Espósito Stadium in Embu das Artes, with goals from Diogo and Luighi.

The forward Luighi, who is integrated into the professional team, started on the bench and came on in the second half to finalize the game.

Having the best campaign, Verdão has the advantage of deciding the spot at home. The teams will face each other again in the return match next Friday. The game starts at 3 PM (Brasília time) at Arena Barueri.

The goals of the match

The Academy's Creations opened the scoring 17 minutes into the second half. Riquelme Fillipi took a corner from the left, and Diogo found the net. Ten minutes later, Guilherme Nogueira found Luighi, who entered the area and finished with a cross to secure the victory.

Palmeiras' campaign in the under-20 Paulista

Palmeiras is having a good campaign in the under-20 Paulista. In total, they have 18 matches, with 15 wins, one draw, and two losses. The Academy's Creations are seeking their 14th title in the under-20 Paulista, having won six of the last eight editions of the tournament. The last title was in 2023, when Verdão defeated São Paulo, winning both final matches.

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