Sorriso scores, becomes Palmeiras’ top scorer in the Copinha | OneFootball

Palmeiras endured a long penalty shootout, but managed to defeat Flamengo-SP 13-12 on penalties on Thursday afternoon (15th) at Arena Barueri, after a 1-1 draw in regular time in the third round of the São Paulo Junior Football Cup. The Palmeiras goal in regular time was scored by Sorriso, the main standout of the team this afternoon.

Palmeiras did not play well collectively, saw Flamengo-SP even create good chances, but managed to open the scoring at the 44th minute, when Sorriso made a great play and finished with no chance for the opposing goalkeeper.

With rain and a heavy pitch in the second half, the number 7 was substituted and gave way to Hugo. The number 7 watched from the bench as Verdão won 13-12 on penalties.

Sorriso reached his fifth goal and became the isolated top scorer for Palmeiras in the Copinha. He was responsible for 25% of the team's goals in the competition – Verdão found the net 20 times in five matches.

Trajectory at Palmeiras

To arrive at Palmeiras in 2024, the Copinha played a fundamental role in the athlete's journey. Sorriso caught Verdão's attention after standing out in the 2024 competition for Atlético Guaratinguerá, signing a contract with the green-and-white club after the tournament ended.

The forward had no trouble adapting, playing 44 and 45 matches in the 2024 and 2025 seasons, respectively. In 2025, he had his most prolific year, scoring 11 goals – compared to 10 in 2024.

And now?

Now, Palmeiras’ opponent in the round of 16 will be Ituano, who eliminated Fluminense this Thursday in Santana do Parnaíba. The round of 16 match will be on Saturday (17th). The time and location will be confirmed later by the FPF.

The Academy Kids are seeking their third Copinha title. In 2022, Verdão won the tournament for the first time by thrashing Santos 4-0 in the final at Allianz Parque, with goals from Endrick, Giovani, and Gabriel Silva (twice). The following year, they claimed back-to-back titles with a 2-1 win over América-MG in the final at Canindé, with goals from Ruan Ribeiro and Patrick.

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