In a thrilling matchup during the 27th round of the Brasileirao, Palmeiras secured a dramatic comeback victory of 3-2 over rivals São Paulo. Managed by Abel Ferreira, Palmeiras responded effectively to an initial disadvantage, celebrating the win thanks to goals from Vitor Roque (69’), José Manuel López (73’), and Ramón Sosa (88’). São Paulo had taken the lead earlier in the match with strikes from Luciano (14’) and Gonzalo Tapia (33’).
José Manuel López electrified the crowd with his precise shot from the edge of the box in the 73rd minute, assisted by Maurício. His powerful strike found the bottom corner, bringing Palmeiras level.
Ramón Sosa was pivotal throughout the match, contributing not just with the game-winning goal but also with his overall performance. His presence on the field was crucial for Palmeiras, along with López, who recorded four attempts on goal, successfully finding the net once.
On the other side, São Paulo’s coach Hernán Crespo deployed a 3-5-2 formation featuring Rafael in goal; Alan Franco, Robert Arboleda, and Sabino in defense; Cedric Soares, Damián Bobadilla, Marcos Antônio, Pablo Maia, and Enzo Díaz managing the midfield; with Luciano and Gonzalo Tapia spearheading the attack.
Palmeiras, under Abel Ferreira, set up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Weverton guarding the net; Agustín Giay, Gustavo Gómez, Murilo Cerqueira, and Joaquín Piquerez in the backline; Aníbal Moreno, Andreas Pereira, Raphael Veiga, and Felipe Anderson in the midfield; and José Manuel López alongside Vitor Roque in front.
The match was officiated by referee Ramon Abatti Abel.
Looking ahead, São Paulo will face Grêmio in their next fixture, while Palmeiras will compete at home against Juventude at Allianz Parque. Following this match, Palmeiras remains in eighth place with 38 points, while São Paulo holds the top position in the tournament with 55 points.
Substitutions for São Paulo
53’ 2T – Damián Bobadilla off for Alisson
64’ 2T – Marcos Antônio off for Rodriguinho, Joaquín Piquerez off for Jefté, Felipe Anderson off for Ramón Sosa
81’ 2T – Gonzalo Tapia off for Lucas Moura
Yellow Cards for São Paulo:
21’ 1T Damián Bobadilla (Unsporting behavior), 18’ 2T Pablo Maia (Unsporting behavior), 34’ 2T Enzo Díaz (Dissent with a rival)
Substitutions for Palmeiras
45’ 2T – Raphael Veiga off for Maurício, Agustín Giay off for Allan, Murilo Cerqueira off for Bruno Fuchs
Yellow Cards for Palmeiras:
10’ 1T Raphael Veiga (Unsporting behavior), 9’ 2T Andreas Pereira (Unsporting behavior), 34’ 2T Vitor Roque (Dissent with a rival), 45’ 2T Emiliano Martínez (Unsporting behavior), 47’ 2T Gustavo Gómez (Unsporting behavior), 51’ 2T Aníbal Moreno (Insult or disapproval of the referee)