On anniversary high, Palmeiras thrash Santos in the Copa do Brasil | OneFootball

Palmeiras beat Santos 3-0 at Nubank Parque and took a commanding lead in the race for a spot in the Copa do Brasil semifinals. The goals were scored by Flaco López, twice, and Andreas Pereira. The second leg will take place on September 2 at Vila Belmiro.

The usual suspects

Flaco López and Andreas Pereira have been chiefly responsible for Palmeiras’ goals this season. The Argentine, once again scoring from outside the box, opened the scoring in the 34th minute of the first half. The No. 42 was helped by Gabriel Brazão.

Ten minutes later, Marlon Freitas shot from the edge of the box, Brazão parried it, and Andreas tapped into the open net to double the lead.

Missed chances

The second half began with Santos pushing forward, which gave Palmeiras space. After a misplaced pass by Gabriel Barbosa, Giay broke through one-on-one with Brazão and shot over the bar. Three minutes later, Mauricio also had a clear chance and fired over.

First time

In the 16th minute of the second half, Giay crossed for Flaco López to head home, and the Argentine reached his 21st goal of the year. It was the full-back’s first assist in 94 matches wearing the Palmeiras shirt.

Upcoming matches

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