Palmeiras take the lead, concede an own goal and draw with Corinthians | OneFootball

This Sunday (31), Palmeiras drew 1-1 with Corinthians at the Neo Química Arena. For most of the match, Verdão was the superior side, but old mistakes resurfaced, preventing them from leaving the Corinthians’ stadium with a win. Palmeiras’ goal was scored by Vitor Roque, from the penalty spot.

First Half

At five minutes, Weverton made a long and precise pass to Vitor Roque. The striker used his speed, broke into the box, left his marker behind, and found himself one-on-one with Hugo Souza. In the finish, the youngster tried to outmaneuver the goalkeeper, but Hugo Souza made a great save, denying Palmeiras their first goal.

At 11 minutes, Vitor Roque received the ball in midfield, shielded it well, and fell inside the box after a challenge. In the sequence, Flaco López gained possession, attempted a dribble, and was brought down by the opposing defender. The referee did not hesitate and awarded a penalty to Palmeiras.

At 14 minutes, Vitor Roque stepped up to take the penalty. With great composure, the striker sent the goalkeeper the wrong way and struck firmly, high into the net, leaving Hugo Souza with no chance. Goal for Palmeiras, who took the lead in the derby!

At 26 minutes, Rodrigo Garro sent a cross into the box. Gustavo Henrique appeared on the side, played it into the middle, and the ball deflected off Piquerez, deceiving Weverton. An own goal by the Uruguayan full-back, leveling the score.

After the goal, Palmeiras created little and became more ‘pinned back’ in the match. Even so, they were much superior in the first half.

Second Half

At 11 minutes of the second half, Aníbal Moreno made a perfect pass, breaking through the defensive lines and leaving Maurício one-on-one with the goalkeeper. The midfielder shot firmly, but Hugo Souza came up big again, making another great save to deny Palmeiras the goal.

In the second half, the game remained tight and very scrappy, with both teams battling for every ball in midfield and creating few clear chances. The intensity increased, but the ball struggled to flow in the penalty areas.

The game remained very tight and lacked creativity, with each side taking one point. Verdão stays in second place in the Brazilian championship.

Match Details

Corinthians 1 x 1 Palmeiras

Venue: Neo Química Arena, São Paulo (SP).Date and time: August 31, 2025, Sunday, 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time)Referee: Ramon Abatti Abel (SC)Assistants: Bruno Boschilia (PR) and Thiago Henrique Neto Correa Farinha (RJ)VAR: Rafael Traci (SC)Yellow cards: Bruno Fuchs, Abel Ferreira, Lucas Evangelista, and Gustavo Gómez (PAL); Breno Bidon and Memphis Depay (COR)Red card: None.Goals: Vitor Roque (0 – 1, 14’ 1st half), Piquerez OG (1 – 1, 26’ 1st half)

PALMEIRAS: Weverton; Khellven, Murilo, Gustavo Gómez, and Piquerez; Emiliano Martínez, Lucas Evangelista, Maurício (Facundo Torres, 15’ 2nd half), and Felipe Anderson (Ramón Sosa, 28’ 2nd half); Vitor Roque and Flaco López. Coach: Abel Ferreira.

CORINTHIANS: Hugo Souza; Charles (Ryan, 35’ 2nd half), André Ramalho, Gustavo Henrique, and Fabrizio Angileri; Raniele (João Pedro, 16’ 2nd half), Breno Bidon, Maycon (Cacá, 35’ 2nd half), and Rodrigo Garro (Vitinho, 35’ 2nd half); Memphis Depay and Gui Negão (Talles Magno, 43’ 2nd half). Coach: Dorival Júnior.

Upcoming Palmeiras Matches

Palmeiras vs Internacional – Campeonato Brasileiro – 9/13 – 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time)

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