Palmeiras lose to Flamengo, finish runners-up in the Libertadores | OneFootball

Palmeiras was defeated by Flamengo 1-0 on Saturday night (29th) and finished as runners-up in the Libertadores, in a single match played in Lima, Peru. Danilo, already in the second half, scored the lone goal that secured the trophy for the team from Rio.

This is the second runner-up finish for Verdão this season. In March, the team was defeated by Corinthians and finished second in the Campeonato Paulista.

Intense first half (and with controversy)

Flamengo started the match more focused than Palmeiras, with more ball possession, more accurate passing, and present in the attacking field. In the first 15 minutes, the team led by Filipe Luís created three chances—with Arrascaeta, Bruno Henrique, and Samuel Lino.

Palmeiras began to balance the actions after the 20th minute and threatened with a header from Vitor Roque. The best chances came with Allan, playing wide on the right. Even so, Verdão made many mistakes and relied too much on long balls.

In the 24th minute, the play that changed the rhythm of the game. A controversial incident involving Erick Pulgar, who stamped on Bruno Fuchs' shin with the game already stopped, after a foul by the Palmeiras defender on Arrascaeta. The match was paused for four minutes, and Fuchs was left on the ground with the marks of Pulgar's studs on his leg. However, VAR did not call the referee to review the play and agreed with the yellow card given.

Palmeiras started to occupy more of the attacking field but without major chances. Flamengo, on a counter, managed a good ball in the 42nd minute, when Bruno Henrique was played through, got to the ball before Carlos Miguel, and played it across the area. Piquerez had a good chance in the last play of the half. Tense game. 0-0 at halftime.

Goal from a set piece

The second half started electric. In the 4th minute, Allan created and Flaco Lopez appeared to finish at the edge of the box, but was blocked. Two minutes later, it was Flamengo's turn: Murilo made a mistake in the build-up and Arrascaeta's shot was blocked by Gustavo Gómez at the crucial moment.

In the 12th minute, another chance for Flamengo. Carrascal took a free kick, Carlos Miguel came out awkwardly, and the ball was loose in the area.

The high number of corners paid off for Flamengo, who scored in the 21st minute. Arrascaeta took a strong corner and Danilo, unmarked, rose to head it in. Mistake by Bruno Fuchs. 1-0 Flamengo.

In desperation

Palmeiras went on the attack. In the 24th minute, Vitor Roque stole the ball from Danilo at the edge of the box, but Flaco wasted the chance. In the next play, Murilo had an opportunity and shot wide.

Despite the introductions of Sosa, Felipe Anderson, and Facundo Torres, Palmeiras produced little and, despite having more possession, never really threatened Flamengo. A reflection of what the team was in 2025… almost there, but lacking drive.

In the 43rd minute, the only real dangerous moment. After a cross, Gustavo Gómez headed, but was blocked by Danilo. The ball stayed alive in the six-yard box, and Vitor Roque shot, with a deflection, over the goal. 1-0 final score.

What now?

Palmeiras returns to the field for the Campeonato Brasileiro, the only competition left this season, next Wednesday (3rd) against Atlético-MG, away from home, in a match originally from the 34th round, but played in week 37 of the competition.

Verdão has 70 points and is in second place in the Brasileirão, behind Flamengo, who have 75. A win for the Rio team on Wednesday or a slip by Palmeiras guarantees the title for their rivals.

Match Details

Palmeiras 0-1 Flamengo

Venue: Monumental U, in Lima, Peru Date and time: November 29, 2025, Saturday, 6pm (Brasília time)Referee: Darío Humberto Herrera (ARG)Assistants: Cristian Gonzalo Navarro (ARG) and José Miguel Savorani (ARG)VAR: Héctor Alberto Paletta (ARG)Yellow cards: Raphael Veiga, Piquerez, Murilo, and Maurício (PAL); Arrascaeta, Pulgar, and Jorginho (FLA)Goals: Danilo (0-1, 21’ 2nd half)

PALMEIRAS: Carlos Miguel; Gustavo Gómez, Bruno Fuchs, and Murilo (Giay, 32’ 2nd half); Khellven (Sosa, 32’ 2nd half), Allan (Facundo Torres, 26’ 2nd half), Andreas Pereira, Raphael Veiga (Felipe Anderson, 26’ 2nd half (Maurício, 41’ 2nd half)), and Piquerez; Flaco López and Vitor Roque. Coach: Abel Ferreira.

FLAMENGO: Rossi; Varela, Danilo, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Pulgar, Jorginho, and Arrascaeta (Luiz Araújo, 34’ 2nd half); Carrascal, Samuel Lino (Everton, 22’ 2nd half), and Bruno Henrique (Juninho, 39’ 2nd half). Coach: Felipe Luis

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