The match was full of excitement as Vitória initially controlled the game, taking the lead with goals from Renato Kayzer at the 33rd minute of the first half and Erick at the 64th minute of the second half. However, the home side could not maintain their advantage, as Palmeiras struck back with Joaquín Piquerez converting a penalty in the 69th minute and José Manuel López equalizing with a header in the 85th minute.
Renato Kayzer ignited the cheers of the crowd at Barradão when he found the net from close range after a well-placed cross from Ronald Lopes, giving Vitória an early advantage. His finishing skills were evident as he put his team ahead in the first half.
José Manuel López was undoubtedly the standout player for Palmeiras, contributing sharply with a goal and six attempts on goal. Meanwhile, Kayzer also impressed with one goal and four shots on target for Vitória.
Vitória’s coach, Fábio Carille, employed a 4-3-3 formation, with Lucas Arcanjo as the goalkeeper and a defensive line comprising Raúl Cáceres, Lucas Halter, Zé Marcos, and Maykon. The midfield featured Pepê, Baralhas, and Ronald Lopes, while the attacking trio included Erick, Kayzer, and Osvaldo.
On the other side, Palmeiras, led by coach Abel Ferreira, also set up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Marcelo Lomba in goal, a defense consisting of Marcos Rocha, Benedetti, Micael, and Vanderlan. The midfield was manned by Allan, Emiliano Martínez, and Raphael Veiga, while the forwards were Thalys, José Manuel López, and Luighi.
The referee for this match was Davi Lacerda. After the match, Vitória will visit São Paulo next, while Palmeiras is set to host Ceará.
Following this draw, Vitória remains with 18 points, placed 15th in the league table, while Palmeiras sits third with 33 points.
Substitutions for Vitória
30’ 1T – Raúl Cáceres was replaced by Claudinho
72’ 2T – Ronald Lopes substituted for Rúben Ismael, Erick replaced by Fabrício, and Renato Kayzer came off for Renzo López
79’ 2T – Osvaldo was replaced by Edu and Raphael Veiga by Lucas Evangelista
Yellow Cards for Vitória:
20’ 2T Erik (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 23’ 2T Renato Kayzer (Insulting or disapproving the referee), 41’ 2T Renzo López (Insulting or disapproving the referee), 41’ 2T Raúl Cáceres and 46’ 2T Lucas Halter (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions for Palmeiras
63’ 2T – Allan was substituted for Joaquín Piquerez, Vanderlan for Ramón Sosa, Luighi for Facundo Torres, and Thalys for Vitor Roque
Yellow Cards for Palmeiras:
8’ 2T Micael (Unsportsmanlike conduct) and 43’ 2T Weverton (Insulting or disapproving the referee)