Vitor Roque shifts focus to Libertadores final: "Biggest match" | OneFootball

Palmeiras has two decisive matches this week, against Grêmio in the Brazilian Championship, and against Flamengo in the final of the Copa Libertadores. Forward Vitor Roque admitted that the national championship seems more distant and assured that the team is already focusing on the team's "most important game of the year" for the continental decision.

"It's the most important game of the year for us and, of course, it's a different preparation, a different concentration, a different focus. We are working hard, already thinking about Saturday's game, with a lot of humility and keeping our feet on the ground. I'm sure we will play a brilliant game," said the number 9.

Brazilian Championship "a bit distant"

Palmeiras hasn't won in the Brazilian Championship for four games. As a result, the fight for the title has become more distant, considering that Flamengo has opened a four-point lead at the top. The goalless draw with Fluminense in the last round at Allianz Parque left Verdão with 70 points, in second place.

With this gap between the top teams, the Brazilian Championship could be decided this Tuesday. To keep it open, Verdão needs to defeat Grêmio. Despite the possibility still existing, Vitor Roque admitted the tournament is "a bit distant."

"Before the final, there's also a very important game against Grêmio, and we will try to get a positive result at their home. We know the Brazilian Championship is a bit distant, but we need to focus and work. Then we have a very important game, which is the Libertadores final, a dream for us, and God willing, we will win this title, which will be a pride for us," he admitted.

Support from fans and staff

Last Sunday, Palmeiras fans gathered in large numbers at the training center entrance before the team's reassembly to support the team, which will head straight to Lima after the game in Porto Alegre. The team left for the South early Monday afternoon and received support from club staff before leaving for the airport.

"The support of every fan is very important to us. I quickly identified with the fans; from the first minute, they always supported me, supported the group, so we are working to, God willing, win this title for us and for them too," concluded Vitor Roque.

Upcoming Palmeiras matches

Grêmio vs. Palmeiras Competition: Brazilian Championship (36th round) Date and time: November 25, 2025 (Tuesday), at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) Location: Arena do Grêmio, in Porto Alegre (RS)

Palmeiras vs. Flamengo Competition: Copa Libertadores (Final) Date and time: November 29, 2025 (Saturday), at 6:00 PM (Brasília time) Location: Estadio Monumental U, in Lima (PER)

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