Standout star sets early platform for Zeiro at Palmeiras | OneFootball

Keny Arroyo struck from outside the box in the 11th minute to set the tone, as Cruzeiro drew 1-1 at Palmeiras.

The Ecuadorian midfielder curled a left-footed effort from range into the bottom left, putting Raposa in front after a neat set-up from Christian.

After the restart, he slipped Kaiki in down the left (47.). He then combined with Kaio Jorge on a break and dragged his shot wide (69.). His direct running forced the Verdão defence into recovery sprints.

Arroyo was fouled five times and won eight possessions, adding two tackles and completing 15 of 16 passes. He finished with two attempts, one the opener, underlining his role as Celeste's outlet between the lines.

Because Zeiro leaned into transitions, his positioning drew contact and freed runners, keeping the Porco uncomfortable and preserving territory high up the pitch.

Zeiro are 12th and host Chapecoense next in the Brasileirão. Verdão remain top and host Cerro Porteño in the Libertadores before visiting Flamengo.

How high would you rate Arroyo's performance tonight?