Palmeiras turns setbacks into fuel, keeps bounce-back habit | OneFootball

Palmeiras seem to have created a trademark of their own in 2026: responding to defeats with unbeaten runs. That was the case after the setback against Botafogo/SP. Then again after the loss to Vasco. And now, once again, after the defeat to Cerro Porteño.

Abel Ferreira’s team has not had to deal with a negative streak this season. Whenever they lose, Verdão respond immediately — and often in emphatic fashion.

After the stumble against Botafogo/SP, Palmeiras put together nine matches without losing. Later, after the defeat to Vasco, came an even longer run: 17 unbeaten games, establishing the team as one of the most consistent in South American football this year.

And the most recent response may have been the most symbolic yet

After losing to Cerro Porteño in the Libertadores, Verdão went to the Maracanã to face Flamengo and delivered a champion’s response: a 3-0 win, with authority, intensity, and attacking efficiency.

Flaco López opened the scoring, Allan doubled the lead, and Paulinho wrapped things up in Palmeiras’ outstanding display in Rio de Janeiro.

The squad’s mental strength and the competitiveness instilled by Abel Ferreira remain key differences. In a long and demanding season, Verdão have managed to come through moments of instability well.

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