Palmeiras player ratings: Paulinho decisive, Riquelme Fillipi impresses | OneFootball

Paulinho struck the winner and Riquelme Fillipi caught the eye as Palmeiras battled past Chapecoense in the Brasileirão with 10 men.

Globo.com reports the following player assessments. Luighi passed up a big early chance, and Allan, bright on the ball, was dismissed before the break for a reckless tackle.

Down to 10, Felipe Anderson became the side’s most inventive player and supplied the assist for Paulinho, who earlier chose a pass instead of shooting, then finished coolly when clean through.

Bruno Fuchs impressed on his return from injury, and Murilo protected the box well. Khellven was mostly steady yet conceded a stoppage-time penalty that Bolasie failed to convert. Marcelo Lomba made an important late save and dealt securely with crosses.

Marlon Freitas kept showing for the ball and led the team for completed passes. Lucas Evangelista completed all 35 he attempted, with Larson helping maintain midfield legs. Arthur was rash before the break but improved defensively after half-time, and Jefté added energy off the bench.

Riquelme Fillipi’s direct running from the left troubled Chapecoense and lifted Palmeiras’ threat. With 11 absences and a man down for more than half the match, Abel Ferreira’s changes, notably Riquelme and Paulinho, proved crucial in a vital victory over the bottom side.

Source: Globo.com