Overview
- The academy forward finished Maurício’s setup in the 52nd minute, minutes after Igor Torres was sent off for a studs-up challenge on Larson following VAR review.
- Palmeiras began with a largely reserve lineup given a preseason of fewer than 10 days, and new signing Marlon Freitas debuted from the start.
- With the numerical advantage, the visitors managed the match pragmatically and produced limited further chances as Portuguesa threatened with a header off the post and late crosses.
- Referee Lucas Canetto Bellote upgraded the initial caution to a red card after consulting VAR official Vinicius Furlan, and 9,624 attended at Canindé.
- Palmeiras next face Santos on Wednesday, January 14, at Arena Barueri while Allianz Parque completes pitch work.