At the centre of the row, Flaco denies taunting Corinthians after goal | OneFootball

Palmeiras’ 1-0 victory over Corinthians in the seventh round of the Campeonato Paulista was marked by controversy. In addition to the penalty disputed by the Alviverde, there was also Flaco López’s goal celebration, which decided the match. The Argentine kicked Timão’s corner flag, but explained that it wasn’t meant as provocation, just a moment of “euphoria.”

“It wasn’t meant as provocation, it was just the moment of the goal. All the euphoria,” said the striker.

Flaco López scored the only goal of the match in the 38th minute of the first half, capitalizing on a rebound from Hugo Souza after a shot by Maurício. This was the Argentine’s second goal in derbies against Corinthians.

The celebration also recalled that of Yuri Alberto, who kicked the corner flag at Allianz Parque during the first phase of the 2025 Campeonato Paulista. On that occasion, the Alvinegro striker equalized the match near the end of the first half and, after kicking the flag, was shown a yellow card, just like Flaco López.

After the celebration, a brief scuffle broke out at Neo Química Arena. Matheus Bidu and Gui Negão confronted Flaco, and Gustavo Gómez broke up the fight.

“These are things that happen in football. It starts and ends on the field. I didn’t even think about it… I’ve experienced this at Allianz too,” the striker added.

Flaco celebrates Arias’s arrival

The scorer of the winning goal in the Derby also celebrated the arrival of Colombian midfielder Jhon Arias, who has just joined the Alviverde.

“Personally, I haven’t spoken with him. We’ll see when he arrives, but I have a good relationship with everyone. I like playing with the best players and he’s a great player. We’re waiting for him,” he concluded.

Standings

The victory secured Palmeiras’ qualification and put them in second place in the State Championship table, with 15 points. Now, Verdão heads into the final round aiming for the overall lead in the Campeonato Paulista. The leader is Novorizontino, with 16 points.

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