Palmeiras thrash Juventude, extend Brasileirão lead despite absences | OneFootball

Even with the team full of absences, Palmeiras fans packed Allianz Parque this Saturday (11) to watch Palmeiras thrash Juventude. The Verdão defeated the team from Rio Grande do Sul 4-1, with goals from Raphael Veiga, Bruno Rodrigues, Bruno Fuchs, and Felipe Anderson.

First half

The first ten minutes were total domination by Palmeiras. With high intensity and aggressive marking, Verdão occupied the attacking half from the opening whistle, pressing Juventude’s ball out from the back. The main plays came down the flanks, with quick triangulations and crosses into the opponent’s box.

At 17 minutes, Palmeiras created the first big chance of the match. Bruno Rodrigues received the ball at the edge of the box and found Piquerez free on the left. The Uruguayan struck it hard first-time, forcing goalkeeper Jandrei to make an excellent save and prevent the Alviverde goal.

At 26 minutes, Palmeiras’ pressure finally paid off. Felipe Anderson took a shot from outside the box, the ball deflected off the defense and stayed alive in the area. Raphael Veiga appeared in the right place and, with skill, fired it powerfully into the back of the net, opening the scoring at Allianz Parque.

At 44 minutes, a special moment took over Allianz Parque. After two years sidelined by a serious injury, Bruno Rodrigues experienced an unforgettable night: he received a pass from Murilo and scored with a header, with Jandrei trying to clear it off the line. An emotional moment!

Second half

Three minutes into the second half, Palmeiras extended their lead. Raphael Veiga delivered a precise cross from the left, and Bruno Fuchs rose higher than the defenders to head home firmly and score the third goal for Alviverde. His first for the club!

At 11 minutes into the second half, Palmeiras scored another beautiful goal. Maurício drove through the middle and found Felipe Anderson free in the box. Calmly, the number seven controlled and finished with style into the corner, leaving no chance for Juventude’s goalkeeper.

At 30 minutes into the second half, Juventude got their consolation goal. After a well-taken free kick by Nenê, Rodrigo Sam got ahead of the defense and headed firmly into the back of the net, reducing the deficit.

As the match went on, Abel Ferreira gave debuts to new Academy talents, such as Erick Belé and Luis Pacheco, and Palmeiras continued to dominate the match without any scares.

What now?

Palmeiras returns to the field for the Brasileirão next Wednesday (15), at 7pm (Brasília time), in a match against Red Bull Bragantino. Verdão leads the Brasileirão with 58 points, three ahead of Flamengo.

Match details

Palmeiras 4 x 1 Juventude

Venue: Allianz Parque, São Paulo (SP)Date and time: October 11, 2025, Sunday, 7pm (Brasília time)Referee: Davi De Oliveira Lacerda (ES)Assistants: Bruno Raphael Pires (GO) and Douglas Pagung (ES)VAR: Rodolpho Toski Marques (PR)Yellow cards: Micael (Palmeiras) and Alan Ruschel (Juventude)Red card:Goals: Raphael Veiga (1 – 0, 25’/1st half), Bruno Rodrigues (2 – 0, 44’/2nd half), Bruno Fuchs (3 – 0, 3’/2nd half), Felipe Anderson (4 – 0, 11’/2nd half), and Rodrigo Sam (4 – 1, 30’/2nd half)

PALMEIRAS: Weverton; Giay, Micael, Murilo, and Piquerez; Bruno Fuchs (Allan, 18’/2nd half), Andreas Pereira (Luís Pacheco, 36’/2nd half), Felipe Anderson (Jefté, 30’/2nd half), and Raphael Veiga (Belé, 30’/2nd half); Maurício and Bruno Rodrigues (Luighi, 18’/2nd half).

JUVENTUDE: Jandrei; Reginaldo (Rafael Bilu, 8’/2nd half), Abner, Rodrigo Sam, and Marcelo Hermes; Caique, Jádson, Igor Formiga, Juan Sforza (Nenê, 8’/2nd half), and Ênio (Taliari, 8’/2nd half); Gilberto (Ruschel, 12’/2nd half).

Upcoming Palmeiras matches

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

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