Palmeiras beat Botafogo-SP, reach Paulista U20 semi-finals | OneFootball

The Palmeiras Under-20 team defeated Botafogo-SP 3-1 this Sunday (12), at Arena Crefisa, in the second leg of the quarterfinals of the Paulista Championship for the category. The goals for the Crias da Academia were scored by Victor Gabriel, Sorriso, and Fabio.

Palmeiras’ opponent in the Paulista Under-20 semifinal will be Santos, who eliminated São Bernardo in the quarterfinals. Since they have a better record than their opponent, Palestra will play the deciding match at home.

The alviverde team has already played 21 matches in the tournament, with 18 wins, one draw, and two losses, totaling 74 goals scored and 12 conceded – the team’s top scorer is Agner, with six goals. Verdão holds the best overall record in the Paulista.

Palmeiras is aiming for their 14th Paulista Under-20 title, having won six of the last eight editions of the tournament. In 2023, the Crias da Academia were crowned champions after beating São Paulo, winning both legs of the final.

In August, Verdão won their fourth Under-20 Brazilian Championship, becoming back-to-back champions. The title was secured against Red Bull Bragantino, on penalties, at Allianz Parque, after two draws.

Upcoming Palmeiras matches

Palmeiras vs Red Bull Bragantino – Brazilian Championship – 10/15 (Wednesday), 7pm (Brasília time)

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