Palmeiras win at Corinthians to take lead in Brasileiro U20 quarters | OneFootball

Palmeiras defeated Corinthians 1-0 this Wednesday (08) at Parque São Jorge in the first leg of the Brazilian Under-20 Championship quarterfinals. The goal that secured the advantage for the Academy youngsters in the tie was scored by Vinicius.

After finishing the first phase of the competition with the best campaign, Verdão entered the knockout stage against Corinthians, who placed eighth in the qualifying phase, with the advantage of deciding the tie at home. The return leg is scheduled for next Thursday (16) at 4 p.m. at Arena Crefisa Barueri.

With the result, Palmeiras reached its 15th consecutive match without defeat against Corinthians in the Under-20 category. During that span, there were 11 wins and four draws. The last derby defeat for the green-and-white side came in 2019.

Verdão’s campaign in the Brazilian Under-20 Championship has also stood out for its consistency. In 20 matches played since the start of the competition, the team has recorded 14 wins, five draws, and only one defeat, with 55 goals scored and 23 conceded. Felipe Teresa is the tournament’s top scorer with 13 goals.

As the current two-time champion, Palmeiras is aiming for its fifth Brazilian Under-20 Championship title. The club won the tournament in 2018, 2022, 2024, and 2025.

At the same time as the national competition, the Academy youngsters remain in action in the Paulista Under-20 Championship. After beating Porto Foot Ball 1-0 in the last round, Palmeiras faces Capivariano on Saturday (11) at 10 a.m. at Academia de Futebol 2 in Guarulhos.

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