Palmeiras and Fluminense faced off this Saturday in a match corresponding to the 35th round, but neither team could capitalize on their chances, resulting in a goalless draw.
The most notable moment came in the 59th minute when Agustín Canobbio’s shot hit the post, silencing the hopes of Fluminense fans who were eager for a goal.
Carlos Miguel emerged as the standout player of the match for Palmeiras, showcasing his goalkeeping prowess by making four crucial saves against Fluminense’s attacks.
Defensively, Samuel Xavier was instrumental for Fluminense, clearing three dangerous attempts from Palmeiras, further solidifying his team’s defense.
Palmeiras, under coach Abel Ferreira, employed a 4-2-4 formation with Carlos Miguel in goal; Gustavo Gómez, Murilo Cerqueira, Joaquín Piquerez, and Khellven in defense; Aníbal Moreno and Emiliano Martínez in midfield; and Allan, José Manuel López, Vitor Roque, and Ramón Sosa leading the attack.
On the other hand, Fluminense manager Luis Zubeldía opted for a 3-4-3 setup with Fábio as the goalkeeper; Samuel Xavier, Ignácio da Silva, and Juan Freytes in defense; Thiago Santos, Nonato, Mattheus Martinelli, and Lima in midfield; while Agustín Canobbio, Everaldo, and Kevin Serna took up positions in the forward line.
The match referee was Jonathan Benkenstein Pinheiro.
Looking ahead, Palmeiras will travel to face Atlético Mineiro in their next fixture, while Fluminense will host São Paulo at the Jornalista Mário Filho Stadium. Currently, Palmeiras stands second in the league with 70 points, whereas Fluminense sits in sixth place with 55 points.
Substitutions for Palmeiras
45’ 2T – Aníbal Moreno was substituted for Raphael Veiga and Juan Freytes for Gabriel Fuentes.
62’ 2T – Allan made way for Facundo Torres, and Ramón Sosa was replaced by Felipe Anderson.
76’ 2T – Khellven was taken off for Agustín Giay, and Emiliano Martínez was substituted for Bruno Fuchs.
Yellow Cards for Palmeiras
2’ 2T Vitor Roque (arguing with an opponent), 41’ 2T Raphael Veiga (unsporting behavior), and 46’ 2T Murilo Cerqueira (unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Fluminense
71’ 2T – Thiago Santos was replaced by Facundo Bernal, and Nonato was substituted for Hércules.
83’ 2T – Lima made way for Igor Rabello.
85’ 2T – Kevin Serna was substituted by Yeferson Soteldo.
Yellow Cards for Fluminense
29’ 1T Juan Freytes (unsporting behavior) and 48’ 2T Facundo Bernal (unsporting behavior).