Palmeiras thrash Bragantino, stay top of the Brasileirão | OneFootball

Red Bull Bragantino took the lead, but Palmeiras turned it around and thrashed

Palmeiras, leader of the Brazilian Championship and Flamengo’s next opponent, defeated Red Bull Bragantino 5-1 this Wednesday (15). The Palmeiras team fell behind early, but managed to equalize and turn the score around in a match played at Allianz Parque.

At 38 minutes of the first half, Jhon Jhon scored from the penalty spot to open the scoring for Red Bull Bragantino, enforcing the ‘law of the ex’ at Allianz Parque. However, before halftime, Palmeiras equalized at 50′, with a goal from Bruno Fuchs.

After the break, Palmeiras quickly turned the game around. Vitor Roque received a pass inside the box and sent it into the back of the net, making it 2-1 for the home team. Finally, number 9, Felipe Anderson, and Flaco López sealed the score.

WHAT NOW, PALMEIRAS?

With the victory over Red Bull Bragantino, Palmeiras remains the sole leader of the Brazilian Championship. The São Paulo team reached 61 points and pulled ahead in first place, while Flamengo still faces Botafogo this Wednesday (15).

AND FLAMENGO?

On the other hand, Flamengo visits Botafogo at Estádio Nilton Santos and is winning 1-0. Striker Pedro opened the scoring in the first half, after an assist from Arrascaeta, at the 39th minute.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Now, Flamengo and Palmeiras face off in a ‘six-point’ match in the Brazilian Championship. The match takes place on Sunday (19), at 4pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, in a game valid for the 29th round of the national tournament.

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