Palmeiras lose to Grêmio on penalties, bow out in the under-17 semi-final | OneFootball

Palmeiras is out of the fight for the consecutive three-time championship of the Brasileirão under-17. On Tuesday, at Arena Barueri, Verdão drew 1-1 with Grêmio in regular time and was defeated in penalties (4 to 3), saying goodbye to the dream of competing in the fourth consecutive final of the competition. The Tricolor from Rio Grande do Sul, which is seeking its first title in the category, advanced and will face Atlético-MG in the decision.

Competition situation

With the 4 to 3 victory in penalties, Grêmio reaches its third Brasileirão under-17 final - it was runner-up in 2012 and 2022 - and tries, against Atlético-MG, to win the unprecedented title. The dates of the finals have not yet been released by CBF, but one thing is already known: the Tricolor Gaúcho will host the return match in Porto Alegre for having a better campaign in the first phase.

How was the game?

The game was balanced from beginning to end. In the first half, both teams created good opportunities, but it was Grêmio who took the lead. At 34 minutes, Tiago received in depth on the right and crossed perfectly for Lucca to complete and open the score. Palmeiras reacted, hit the crossbar twice and almost tied before the break.

In the final stage, Verdão came back more aggressive and managed to equalize the score just 6 minutes in. Wesley received from Vinícius at the entrance of the area and shot placed, with no chance for the goalkeeper. The duel remained open, with chances from both sides, but the decision went to penalties.

Penalty kicks

In the shots, Palmeiras missed twice: Luis Pacheco hit the crossbar and Thiago sent it out. Grêmio, more efficient, missed with Lucca, but converted with Benjamin, Vitor Ramon, Iago and, finally, captain Luis Eduardo, who sealed the Tricolor's qualification.

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