Palmeiras back in Barueri to face Novorizontino in Copa do Brasil final | OneFootball

Palmeiras returns to play a final in Barueri, repeating a scenario that has already happened on two other decisive occasions in the last decade. This time, Verdão faces Novorizontino at Arena Crefisa Barueri, this Wednesday (04), at 8:00 PM (Brasília time), in the first leg of the Campeonato Paulista 2026 final.

The return match will be on Sunday (08), at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), at the Jorge Ismael de Biasi stadium, in Novo Horizonte.

History of finals in Barueri

This is not the first time Palmeiras starts a final at Arena Barueri. In 2012, the club faced Coritiba in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil final. That season, Verdão emerged as the champion of the national tournament.

More recently, in 2023, Palmeiras also played the first match of the Paulistão final in Barueri, against Água Santa. On that occasion, the team from the countryside was the home side, and Verdão played as the visitor. Água Santa won 1-0, but the story changed completely in the return match.

At Allianz Parque, Palmeiras delivered a historic 4-0 thrashing and won the state title, showing strength and the ability to bounce back.

Temporary home, permanent ambition

In 2026, the scenario is different. Palmeiras will play as the home team at Arena Crefisa Barueri because Allianz Parque is undergoing renovations. Throughout the Paulistão, the stadium in Barueri has been the alviverde's home, creating a special connection between the squad and the venue.

Now, Verdão is trying once again to turn the alternative venue into a springboard for another trophy. This time, the opponent is Novorizontino, who will play the second leg in front of their fans, in Novo Horizonte.

Upcoming Palmeiras matches

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