Palmeiras meet Deyverson, 2021 Libertadores hero, vs LDU | OneFootball

Palmeiras will have a special reunion this Wednesday (9) in the CONMEBOL Libertadores. At 7 p.m. Brasília time, Verdão host LDU of Ecuador at Nubank Parque in the first leg of the quarterfinals. On the other side will be a familiar face for the green-and-white fans: Deyverson.

Almost five years after starring in one of the most memorable moments in Palmeiras’ recent history, the striker now wears the colors of the Ecuadorian side. And the reunion comes in the very competition that definitively cemented his legacy in the green-and-white shirt.

Deyverson scored the goal that won the 2021 Libertadores title. In the final against Flamengo in Montevideo, the striker came on in the second half and, in extra time, took advantage of a defensive mistake to score the goal that secured Palmeiras’ third continental title.

The image of Deyverson running toward the fans after finding the net became one of the most iconic in the club’s recent history. The goal also turned the striker into a lasting figure in Palmeiras’ Libertadores journey.

A reunion full of memories

Deyverson’s presence adds a special element to the clash between Palmeiras and LDU. The striker will reunite with players, coaching staff, and supporters who were part of one of the most important chapters of his career.

In search of a place in the semifinals, Abel Ferreira’s side need to make home advantage count in the first match and build a lead before the return leg in Ecuador.

LDU, meanwhile, are counting on the strength of their squad and are also well aware of the difficulties Palmeiras may face in Quito. The second leg will be played on September 16 in Ecuadorian territory.

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