In matchday 15 of the Brasileirao, Atlético Mineiro’s star striker Hulk netted two goals, but it was insufficient to prevent his team’s defeat by Palmeiras, with a final score of 2-3. The locals saw Lucas Evangelista (32’ 1T), Maurício (31’ 2T), and an own goal from Júnior Alonso (5’ 2T) score for Palmeiras, while Hulk scored both goals for Atlético Mineiro from free kicks (41’ 1T and 45’ 2T).
Hulk was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, contributing with two goals and attempting four shots on target.
The match also featured Vitor Roque from Palmeiras, who was active in attack, firing six shots at goal.
Notably, Palmeiras’ defender Joaquín Piquerez showcased his skills by skillfully dribbling past Atlético Mineiro’s Natanael with a nutmeg during the first half.
Palmeiras’ head coach Abel Ferreira deployed a 4-3-3 formation, assigning Weverton as the goalkeeper, supported by a back line composed of Agustín Giay, Bruno Fuchs, Gustavo Gómez, and Joaquín Piquerez. The midfield included Lucas Evangelista, Aníbal Moreno, and Maurício, while Facundo Torres, Felipe Anderson, and Vitor Roque led the attack.
On the other side, Atlético Mineiro, under coach Alexi Stival, arranged themselves in a 4-5-1 formation with Éverson in goal. The defensive lineup featured Natanael, Lyanco, Júnior Alonso, and Guilherme Arana, while Gabriel Menino, Alan Franco, Igor Gomes, Gustavo Scarpa, and Rony occupied the midfield, with Hulk positioned as the striker.
Referee Alex Gomes Stefano officiated the match.
In their upcoming fixtures, Palmeiras will face Fluminense, while Atlético Mineiro will host Fortaleza at Arena MRV.
Following this match, Atlético Mineiro stands at 26 points in fourth place, while Palmeiras now has 20 points, placing them ninth in the league.
Substitutions for Palmeiras
62’ 2T – Felipe Anderson was replaced by Ramón Sosa.
80’ 2T – Aníbal Moreno off for Emiliano Martínez, Vitor Roque off for Luighi, and Maurício off for Allan.
83’ 2T – Facundo Torres substituted by Raphael Veiga.
Bookings for Palmeiras:
41’ 1T Aníbal Moreno (Unsportsmanlike behavior) and 20’ 2T Bruno Fuchs (Unsportsmanlike behavior).
Substitutions for Atlético Mineiro
30’ 1T – Gabriel Menino was substituted by Rômulo.
58’ 2T – Gustavo Scarpa off for Júnior Santos and Guilherme Arana off for Caio Paulista.
68’ 2T – Igor Gomes off for Bernard.
69’ 2T – Natanael was replaced by Renzo Saravia.
Bookings for Atlético Mineiro:
8’ 1T Gabriel Menino (Unsportsmanlike behavior), 34’ 1T Lyanco (Unsportsmanlike behavior), and 43’ 1T Rômulo (Unsportsmanlike behavior).